Things and Food’s A good Songsmith Should Avoid Taking

Things to avoid

While your voice is healing, try to stay away from the following:

 

Singing and shouting.

Don’t add any unnecessary stress to your vocal cords. This will just lead to more inflammation and a longer healing time.

Whispering.

It sounds odd, but whispering actually puts more stress on your vocal cords than speaking normally.

Alcohol.

Staying hydrated will help you heal. Avoid alcohol, which has a dehydrating effect.

Decongestants. Over-the-counter cold medicines that contain decongestants can dry out your throat, causing further irritation.

Smoking.

Any type of smoking, including e-cigarettes, can irritate your throat, cause coughing, and prolong healing time.