Milk is a multicomponent polydisperse liquid containing vitamins, organic acids, macro- and microelements. The product contains components that increase the body's resistance. In alternative medicine, it is used as a bactericidal agent that helps to eliminate the symptoms of colds.
Can I drink milk with acute tonsillitis? The polydisperse liquid has pronounced bactericidal properties. It can be used as a topical agent to relieve discomfort in the throat. At the same time, it is important to take into account several important recommendations, the implementation of which guarantees the achievement of the necessary therapeutic results.
Biochemical composition
The ratio of useful components in a product is determined by the daily diet of the animal, the conditions of its maintenance, health status, etc. Despite this, the following components are mandatory in the composition of a polydisperse liquid:
- retinol;
- thiamine;
- calciferol;
- lactoflavin;
- folacin;
- lactose;
- fatty acid;
- calcium;
- casein;
- molybdenum;
- chromium;
- zinc;
- iron;
- manganese;
- selenium;
- iodine.
For therapeutic purposes, only fresh homemade milk can be used.
Trace elements are actively involved in biochemical processes, which stimulates the activity of the immune system. In turn, polyunsaturated fatty acids normalize the functioning of the nervous and digestive systems, which affects the rate of absorption of beneficial components by the intestines. If you drink milk at least 2-3 times a week, you can restore the normal microflora in the small intestine.
Healing properties
Why is it useful to drink milk for sore throat? The unique product contains components with a pronounced therapeutic effect. It is they who provide him with bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties:
- methionine - normalizes lipid metabolism in tissues, due to which regeneration processes are accelerated;
- tryptophan - stimulates the synthesis of serotonin and vitamin PP (nicotinic acid) in the body, which takes part in redox reactions;
- lysine - promotes hematopoiesis and increases the reactivity of the body;
- albumin - accelerates the absorption of penicillin, sulfamides and other antibacterial drugs;
- casein - stimulates the synthesis of essential amino acids, and is also a source of phosphorus and calcium;
- globulins are protein components that stimulate the activity of leukocytes, which leads to an increase in the body's resistance.
Protein substances such as casein and globulins break down at temperatures above 45 degrees.
Milk is a biostimulant, the use of which increases the body's resistance to bacterial microorganisms. If you use it in the initial stages of catarrhal tonsillitis, the symptoms of pathology can be eliminated within 3-4 days.
Hot drink
Can you drink milk hot? If the temperature of the liquid exceeds 60 degrees, it is not recommended to use it for angina. Hot drinks cause burns in the oropharyngeal mucosa. This inevitably leads to a decrease in local immunity and a more intensive development of pathogenic flora.
Hot milk contains 60% less nutrients, which is due to the denaturation of most protein-containing components at temperatures above 50 degrees. It is highly undesirable to drink hot drinks with obvious signs of the development of purulent inflammation in the tonsils. A local increase in temperature will only contribute to the reproduction of opportunistic microbes, which include staphylococci, streptococci, pneumococci, etc.
Hot milk stimulates the formation of mucus in the glands of the ciliated epithelium. For this reason, you can not use the product with viral sore throat, provoked by the development of rhinoviruses. Regular consumption of at least 2 glasses of liquid a day will cause increased rhinitis and nasal congestion.
Milk and butter
Can I drink milk with butter for acute tonsillitis? The oil helps to envelop the damaged mucous membrane of the oropharynx, thereby reducing pain. To enhance the bactericidal effect of the drink, a small amount of melted honey is added to it.
To prepare an anti-inflammatory drink, you can use the following recipe:
- heat 200 ml of liquid to 40-45 degrees;
- add 1 tsp. butter and honey;
- drink the drink in small sips.
Before drinking, it is advisable to rinse your throat with a warm broth based on chamomile, calendula or St. John's wort.
To enhance the therapeutic effect of the drug, drink it daily at least 3 times a day. The last milk drink should be taken in the evening 20-30 minutes before bedtime.
Milk and soda
To stop local manifestations of catarrhal sore throat, it is advisable to drink milk with the addition of baking soda. It creates an alkaline environment in the oropharynx, which is unfavorable for the development of pathogenic microbes. In addition, drinks with the addition of sodium bicarbonate stimulate the thinning of mucus that accumulates on the surface of the back of the throat.
When preparing a medicinal drink, you need
take into account the following nuances:
- heat 200 ml of milk to 45 degrees;
- pour 1/3 teaspoon of soda into the liquid;
- drink the drink in small sips;
- drink a warm drink at least 4 times a day during an exacerbation of angina.
For relief of catarrhal processes in the mucous throat use only "slaked" soda, which does not contain carbon dioxide.
It should be noted that drinking with soda is recommended only if there is no mechanical damage and burns on the pharyngeal mucosa. Otherwise, irritation and swelling of the mucosal tissues is possible.
Milk and carrot juice
With the development of catarrhal sore throat, it is advisable to drink drinks, which include vitamin-containing components. The best combination is milk and carrot juice. Freshly squeezed juice contains the maximum amount of vitamin A, which helps to eliminate catarrhal processes, as well as to increase immunity.
In order to preserve the maximum amount of nutrients in the products, after mixing they are heated to a temperature of 37-38 degrees.
To prepare a medicinal product, it is necessary to mix the ingredients in equal proportions. To achieve the desired results in the treatment of ENT disease, the drink should be drunk daily in a volume of at least 300 ml per day. At the same time, it is not recommended to use carrot juices for persons suffering from colitis and stomach ulcers. The product contains enzymes that can provoke irritation of the esophageal mucosa.
It should be noted that dairy products can be consumed only if there are no obvious contraindications. You can not use a fortified drink with:
- high concentration of insulin in the blood;
- allergies to casein proteins;
- a tendency to form phosphate stones in the kidneys;
- gastritis and gastrointestinal dysfunction.
Do not drink drinks with milk if you are lactose intolerant. Insufficient production of lactase in the body interferes with the digestion of the product in the intestines, which can cause bloating, diarrhea and soreness.
