Here is why you should gargle with salt water every day
Here is why you should gargle with salt water every dayTNN / Updated: Apr 24, 2019, 16:17 ISTShareAA+Text Size
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Why should you do it?
When suffering from a sore throat or bleeding gums, you are often advised to gargle with salt water. It is easy, inexpensive and an age-old home remedy. Most importantly it does not have any side-effects. There are certain researches that suggest salt water gargles can help you treat mild health issues.
So, here are some amazing benefits of doing salt water gargles every day.
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Maintains the pH level
The mixture helps to neutralize the acids in the throat that is produced by bacteria. It helps to maintain a healthy pH balance, which prevents the growth of unwanted bacteria in the mouth.
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Clears nasal congestion
Gargling with salt water also helps to remove the mucus build-up in your respiratory tract and nasal cavity. The concoction reduces the inflammation and relieves the pain in the throat. Apart from that, it flushes out the bacteria and virus, which if left unattended can lead to congestion.
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Respiratory tract infection
As per a study conducted in Japan, gargling with warm salt water three times a day can help to reduce the risk of developing an upper respiratory tract infection by 40 percent.
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Gives relief from tonsillitis
Tonsils are two lump tissues located at the back of the throat, which gets inflamed due to a bacteria and viral infection. Inflamed tonsillitis might cause pain in swallowing the food. Gargling with salt water can help you get relief from the pain and ease these symptoms.
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Eliminate bad breath
If you are conscious about your bad breath then salt water gargle can be an effective way to get rid of it. It can flush out the oral bacteria, which leads to bad breath.
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Bleeding gums and toothache
This warm drink also gives relief from bleeding and swollen gums, which are the first signs of gum disease caused by bacteria. Rinsing your mouth with salt water can help reduce inflammation and fight the bacteria. Gargling with salt water can also help you get rid of toothache.
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Mouth ulcer
Nothing is more painful than mouth ulcer. You may even find it difficult to eat your food. Saltwater helps to relieve pain and increase the process of healing.
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How to gargle with salt water
-Add half a teaspoon of table salt to a cup of warm water. Stir until it dissolves completely.
-Take a big sip of the salt and hold it in your mouth.
-Tilt your head back and gargle the salt water in your throat for about 30 seconds and then spit it out.
-Repeat the same process until you have finished the whole cup.
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