Respiratory
Salt Water Gargle
Tags
- Mouth
- Simple
- Sore Throat
Suitable For
- Teens
- Adults
Description
A simple warm salt water gargle often used to soothe a mild sore or scratchy throat.
Benefits
- Easy and inexpensive to prepare
- Warmth can feel soothing for throat discomfort
- Can be repeated several times daily as needed
Preparation & Use
Dissolve about half a teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water. Gargle a mouthful at a time for 15–30 seconds, then spit out. Do not swallow the salt water.
Cautions and who should avoid it
No cautions have been recorded yet. That does not mean there are none.
Interactions
No interactions have been recorded for this remedy. That does not mean there are none.
Not yet medically reviewed
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