Dietary & Lifestyle Factors

Best Teas for Vocal Health: Ginger, Licorice, and Throat Coat

Three cups of tea on a wooden table — ginger, licorice, and Throat Coat blend — with ginger root licorice sticks honey and a glass of water; blurred singer with microphone and teacher in background to represent voice professionals

Every voice is an instrument that needs daily care. This article explores how ginger tea, licorice, and Throat Coat blends can soothe and support vocal tissues, and how to combine teas with therapist‑informed warmups, cooldowns, and home care strategies tailored…

Foods to Avoid Before Singing: The Mucus and Acid List

Professional singer backstage with water bottle and towel while avoided foods like milk pizza coffee soda and citrus are shown crossed out on a side table

What you eat before singing directly affects vocal fold vibration, throat comfort, and the risk of reflux. This article explores mucus producing and acid triggering foods, evidence based nuance about dairy and mucus perception, and practical timing, swaps, and strategies…