The amazing benefits of salt have been around for centuries. Salt has been used for healing and many more uses throughout history. Today, Covid 19 outbreaks, the flu, common cold, and seasonal allergies all create sinus drainage causing sore throats. This article will focus on 12 health benefits of gargling with basic household salt to combat those throat irritations. While gargling with warm saltwater may seem “old fashioned” or “out dated”, the value of these 12 amazing benefits will quickly bring it back into vogue!
Warm Salt Water Gargle
- Relieves sore throat pain immediately
- Clears out phlegm
- Kills and removes bacteria thereby aiding the fight on infection
- Budget friendly price
- Doesn’t interfere with other medications
- Repeat as often as needed without time constraint
- Promotes healing of irritated throat membranes
- Effective anti-microbial home remedy
- Decreases inflammation
- Excellent oral care for your teeth and gums
- Relieves the pain from orthodontic adjustments
- Simple to make, using 1 teaspoon of household table salt and a mug of warm water
Conclusion
When I was young child but especially as a teenager, I rejected the idea of gargling with warm salt water. I saturated my teeth constantly instead with sugary cough drops that kept my throat moist until the drop was gone. I would then endlessly grab another sugary cough drop decaying my teeth in the process. It wasn’t until I was an adult and on my own before I came to the same conclusion that my mother had concerning the benefits of gargling with saltwater. For the price and relief you get from gargling there is nothing comparable on the market. Be inspired to take advantage of all 12 of these amazing benefits of gargling with saltwater next time you have a sore throat. Give it a try! I don’t think you will be disappointed!
Disclaimer
I am not a medical professional. This information is not meant to diagnose or present a cure but for educational purposes only. It is the sole opinion of the experience, knowledge or facts researched by the author. It is my best advice to consult with a physician, medical professional, or healthcare provider if seeking medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment as this blog post is not a substitute for either.
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