Great response, but would change two things: would recommend a pinch of salt, rather that a teaspoon. The saline solution has to be isotonic (i.e., 0.5% NaCl) so that it doesn't further irritate the tissue. A teaspoon of salt would make it hypertonic. Dissolve it in warm water, and not hot, as that would burn.

Secondly, instead of drinking it (which might make you nauseous), gargle with it for about 15 to 20 seconds and then spit it out. Do this every few hours until your throat is healed.

Hope that helps.

Great response, but would change one thing: would recommend a pinch of salt, rather that a teaspoon. The saline solution has to be isotonic (i.e., 0.5% NaCl) so that it doesn't further irritate the tissue. A teaspoon of salt would make it hypertonic.