what's the best remedy for a sore throat

i've got the flu at the moment and have a sore throat, i tried sucking lozengers strepsils, but they're making no difference....any home remedies you can think of? i was told to gargle in my mouth with hot salt water?

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Jenny1234 · 56-60, F

What always works for me is a nice cold Coke and a bag of salt and vinegar chips. I don’t know what it is, but that has always worked for me.

Also put Vicks vapour rub on your neck and then rub a scarf around it

darkmere1983 · 46-50, M

@Jenny1234 thanks for your tips.