Throat Shield Spray Review – 8 Things You Need to Know
By Sasha de Beausset Aparicio, MSc, Rebecca Williams, MD, MA, MB, BChir (Expert Reviewer)
Rebecca Williams studied medicine at Cambridge University where she also obtained a degree in Experimental Psychology. A widely known General Practitioner in London, Rebecca also served in Community Pediatrics, and has published research in the field of complementary and alternative medicine.
Rebecca relocated to Johannesburg, South Africa where she has been able to pursue holistic community healthcare by developing a community health training program which she has taught in Mozambique, Zambia, Uganda and Nepal.
Some of Rebecca’s published research can be viewed on Researchgate.
Throat Shield Spray is an herbal alternative that can provide soothing to throat mucous membranes. The company that sells the product is Gaia Herbs. The formula is actually manufactured by Aboca for Gaia Herbs.
Gaia Herbs is an US manufacturer of herbal solutions that also operates one of the largest certified organic farms of herbs in the country. Throat Shield Spray is distributed by Gaia Herbs however it is actually produced by one of the company’s partners from Europe, the Italian firm Aboca. Aboca is present in fifteen countries and owns a very large firm where it grows herbs. It also has an experience of more than 30 years on the market for herbal remedies. We have not found Throat Shield Spray on Aboca’s official website and as a result we believe that the formula was developed especially for Gaia Herbs.
According to Gaia Herbs, Throat Shield Spray is effective in treating throat inflammations due to the fact that it contains aloe vera which can hydrate the mucous membranes in the throat (and the digestive system overall). Moreover, the formula also helps you strengthen your immune system and also has anti-inflammatory benefits. The peppermint andcinnamonextracts ensure the pleasant taste and cooling sensation of the spray. Throat Shield Spray is addressed to people with throat inflammations caused by colds, flu or other reasons. For instance, one customer liked to use Throat Shield Spray before singing in concerts.
1) Throat Shield Spray Quick Facts
Throat Shield Spray is an herbal spray solution whose main ailment claims are backed up by the main properties of sage, myrrh and aloe vera, while peppermint and cinnamon ensure a pleasant taste. Aloe vera is a plant with many properties especially useful for the treatment of minor skin conditions and for supporting the digestion system and the immune system. While its juice should not be used internally as it is powerful laxative, other parts of the plant are quite safe. Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory and tissue regenerating properties being therefore effective in treating sub burns, burns, cuts, skin irritations, and other less problematic skin conditions. In addition, it may sooth mucous membranes in the throat, stomach and intestines and help in the treatment of colon problems and heartburn.
Aloe has also been tested in clinical trials on humans but scientists have reached mixed conclusions. However, according to analyses in the lab, aloe does contain chemical compounds which explain why it has been used in skin conditions and from where its soothing effect of mucous membranes comes from.
2) Throat Shield Spray Nutrition Facts
Throat Shield Spray includes the following ingredients: Aloe Vera life concentrated gel (freeze dried extract), Myrrh resin extract, Sage leaf (freeze dried extract), Peppermint leaf essential oil, Cinnamon bark essential oil, Glycerin, water, alcohol (20%-30%), Mint natural flavor, and Xanthan gum.
3) Does Throat Shield Spray Work?
Throat Shield Spray is based on several herbs with anti-inflammatory and immunostimulating effects. One of these ingredients is aloe vera. Aloe vera is a herb known for thousands of years for its many health benefits. Its main ailment claims are related to skin conditions, like wounds, burns, sunburns, cuts and rashes. It also has a soothing effect on the mucous membranes of the digestive tract, being a remedy for a sore throat, nausea, heartburn, colon disorders and hemorrhoids. The plant’s juice, called aloe latex, has strong laxative effects and can cause abdominal cramps and, as a consequence, it is not recommended for internal use. Otherwise, Aloe is considered safe.
Scientists have studied the benefits of aloe in treating wounds, but research has yielded mixed results. According to laboratory studies, aloe contains glycoproteins and polysaccharides. Glycoproteins have analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, whereas polysaccharides stimulate skin tissue regeneration. These substances may also promote a healthy immune system.
The Throat Shield Spray formula has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and as a result, its safety and accuracy of the primary ailment claims may not be guaranteed. Gaia Herbs does not, however, recommend the product to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers, while people who are already under medication or suffer from a particular medical condition should see a specialist before use.
The manufacturer recommends adults to use the product up to four times daily or as your doctor advises you. You should spray in the back of your throat and then swallow.
There are several online customer testimonials about Throat Shield Spray. What it has been reported includes the following:
- I’ve never experienced anything that works so well.
- Highly recommended product.
4) What Throat Shield Spray Does?
- The product is sold at $16-$25 (with retailers offering lower prices), which recommends it as a moderately priced formula
- It has positive online consumer reviews
- Affordable shipping charges
5) Throat Shield Spray Warnings and Precautions
- Some people may be alergic to xanthan gum
- The ingredients are generally not organic
- The product is not evaluated by the FDA
6) Throat Shield Spray Price
The formula is sold in bottles of one ounce. The average price per bottle recommends it as a moderately-priced product. It can be ordered online from Gaia Herbs or retailers. The company provides a list of online shops and local stores that sell its products. Shipping charges are affordable.
Online retailers usually offer Throat Shield Spray at appealing discounts. Gaia Herbs will also give you a discount if you buy three bottles or for regular delivery. Moreover, you can return the product if you are not satisfied with it. However, you will be charged both shipping and handling fees.
7) Throat Shield Spray Serving Size
According to Gaia Herbs, adults should use the formula maximum four times per day or as per your healthcare specialist’s recommendation. You should spray into your mouth and afterwards swallow. In order to use the sprayer, you will have to rotate the wand with which it is provided to 90 degrees and direct the spray in the back of the throat. Gaia Herbs does not recommend the formula to lactating mothers or during pregnancy. Moreover it advises you to ask for advice from a specialist if you happen to suffer from a medical condition or are taking other drugs currently.
8) Our Final Take On Throat Shield Spray
Throat Shield Spray is advertised as a remedy for sore throat and for promoting a healthy throat. The product has a number of positive online customer testimonials, therefore it should work in our view. In addition, it contains concentrated aloe vera gel, sage, and myrrh extracts which have a long use in folk medicine. This also plays in favor of the formula’s effectiveness. However, the spray also contains xanthan gum which is derived from corn, wheat or soy. If you are allergic to one of these plants, we advise you to ask for advice from your doctor before using Throat Shield Spray.
Throat Shield Spray - Frequently Asked Questions
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Throat Shield Spray contains the following ingredients: Aloe Vera life concentrated gel (freeze dried extract), Myrrh resin extract, Sage leaf (freeze dried extract), Peppermint leaf essential oil, Cinnamon bark essential oil, Glycerin, water, alcohol (20%-30%), Mint natural flavor, and Xanthan gum.
Throat Shield Spray is an herbal remedy that can have soothing and cooling effects on your sore throat, while also supporting a strong immune system. The product is sold by Gaia Herbs but it is actually produced by Aboca, one of its Italian partners. Its key ingredients are aloe vera, sage, and myrrh resin, all of which have anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. The formula is addressed to individuals who have an irritated throat.
Throat Shield Spray is an herbal spray developed by a reputable Italian company for Gaia Herbs. It may be effective, as it contains herbs traditionally used to provide relief from throat inflammation. Based on online customer satisfaction testimonials, those who have used the formula have been pleased with it.
In our opinion, Throat Shield Spray appears to work, and it may be worth a try since it can be purchased at appealing discounts from online retailers. However, you may want to further research if the formula is safe for you, as some individuals may experience allergic reactions to xanthan gum.
I have four kids and all of them like how Throat Shield Spray taste. I find the spray applicator very useful especially for my 4yr old.