* * Research and experience suggest that these oils are some of the most potent against bacterial throat infections, or that have an antitussive effect:
tea treelavenderfragonia
peppermintlemonThese essential oils have been known to inhibit Staphylococcus aureus (3):
basilmint
rosemarylavender
Personally, my preference is to use myrrh essential oil as I have found it to be one of the most effective sore throat remedies out there. At least for me, and I used to get strep infections as a kid, so sore throats are no stranger to me! My sore throat triple-threat blend includes equal parts of:
frankincensemyrrhpeppermint