Can Chinese cabbage relieve a sore throat?
Jul 31, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lu Cheng
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, Chinese cabbage may have a certain auxiliary effect in relieving sore throat, but its effectiveness is limited. Attention should be paid to cooking methods and moderate consumption. It is important to develop good dietary habits in daily life. When experiencing a sore throat, drink plenty of warm water, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and consume other throat-soothing foods to help alleviate discomfort and maintain throat health.
Generally, Chinese cabbage can play a certain auxiliary role in relieving sore throat, but its effectiveness is limited. Attention should be paid to cooking methods and moderate consumption. Detailed explanations are as follows:
Chinese cabbage is a common vegetable rich in water and vitamins. The water content helps moisturize the throat mucosa and relieve pain caused by throat dryness; vitamins participate in bodily metabolism and support the repair of throat mucosa. Drinking soup made from cooked Chinese cabbage can better exert its moisturizing effects, and moderate consumption may help alleviate mild sore throat to some extent.
However, Chinese cabbage cannot treat the underlying diseases that cause sore throat. Overconsumption may increase gastrointestinal burden, leading to discomforts such as abdominal distension and affecting overall physical condition. Additionally, the coarse fiber in raw Chinese cabbage may irritate the throat and worsen pain, so raw consumption should be avoided. Therefore, consumption should be moderated and appropriate cooking methods selected.
In daily life, it is important to develop good eating habits. When experiencing a sore throat, drink plenty of warm water, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and consume other throat-soothing foods to help relieve discomfort and maintain throat health.
