To preserve, rest, protect your voice in between singing engagaments or nightly shows, BE QUIET. Your vocal mechanism needs time to recuperate.
Vocal Rest is a discipline all singer’s must practice to maintain function.
SINGERS ON TOUR EVEN WEAR A TSHIRT OR HAT THAT SAYS ‘I’m On Vocal Rest’ SO PEOPLE UNDERSTAND THEY’RE NOT SPEAKING.
YES: Dark Honey does contain mild properties that fight germs & indirectly help heal the throat.
Honey can also help coat the throat, creating a soothing sensation.
NO: Lemon (citrus) is acidic and could create acid reflux, which harms the cords. Your body reacts to the irritation by making extra phlegm, which inhibits vocal function.
Steer clear of CAFFEINE on days you have to sing, as it dehydrates your system and vocal cords.
HERBAL TEA is better (Not too hot, so you don’t burn your mouth/throat)
WARM WATER IS BEST.
And WATER 24/7 for a singer is crucial to vocal health & function.
Sugary drinks create swelling, phlegm production, & dehydration.
Avoid ALL SUGAR & CARBS.
Especially on performance days.
Carbs turn to sugar in the body, and sugar creates swelling & phlegm on the vocal mechanism, inhibiting function.
Protein, protein, protein.
If Carnivore: RED MEAT one hour prior to performance time.
If Vegetarian/Vegan: Protein-rich meat substitute one hour prior to performance time.
VERY.