Every family has passed down a few old-timey, homespun cures for common ailments. Our readers shared a number of their own discussing yesterday's DIY throat soother; here's a closer look at what's in everyone's home-remedy cabinets.

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ImTheGarbageman goes for the blunt numb-and-soothe approach: Equal parts Honey, Whiskey and lemon juice. Take by spoonfull as needed. Great for sore throat.

Note that if whiskey ain't your sippin' spirit of choice, RenRen