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  2. Got a Sore Throat? Here's Why An Old-School Salt Water Gargle ...

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    Here's what to know about gargling with salt water—and the right ratio of salt to water to use—to ease the pain of a sore throat. Get ready to start mixing, because even though it might not ...

  3. The Type of Cough Medicine You Take Could Make a Big ...

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    "Gargling with salt water helps kill bacteria, loosen mucus and ease pain and discomfort," Dr. Chun adds. To make an effective saltwater gargle, dissolve 1/4 to 1/2 tsp of salt in an 8oz glass of ...

  4. Sore throat - Wikipedia

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    Sore or scratchy throat can temporarily be relieved by gargling a solution of 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon (1.3 to 2.5 milliliters) salt dissolved in an 8-US-fluid-ounce (240 ml) glass of water. [9] Pain medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and paracetamol (acetaminophen) help in the management of pain.

  5. Salt water aspiration syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Salt water can also cause oxidative stress, dilution of pulmonary surfactant, breakdown of the blood-air barrier, cellular degradation and cell death. [2] Marine microorganisms and particulates can further exacerbate inflammatory processes, which may cause or contribute towards systemic symptoms seen with this condition.

  6. Tonsil stones - Wikipedia

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    Other symptoms include a metallic taste, throat closing or tightening, coughing fits, itchy throat, and choking. Larger tonsil stones may cause recurrent bad breath, which frequently accompanies a tonsil infection, sore throat , white debris, a bad taste in the back of the throat, difficulty swallowing, ear ache , and tonsil swelling. [ 12 ]

  7. As a Nutrition Expert, Here's What I Really Think About the ...

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    While adding a pinch of salt to water remains below the Recommended Daily Allowance, it's important to be mindful of overall sodium intake and losses. Maca and Naca - Getty Images

  8. Gargling - Wikipedia

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    Gargling by Pavel Otdelnov. Gargling is the act of bubbling liquid in the mouth. It is also the washing of one's throat with a liquid (with one's head tipped back) that is kept from being swallowed by continuous exhalation. This produces a characteristic gurgling sound. Mouthwash or hydrogen peroxide (in a low concentration) is often employed.

  9. Saline (medicine) - Wikipedia

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    Saline (also known as saline solution) is a mixture of sodium chloride (salt) and water. [1] It has a number of uses in medicine including cleaning wounds, removal and storage of contact lenses, and help with dry eyes. [2] By injection into a vein, it is used to treat hypovolemia such as that from gastroenteritis and diabetic ketoacidosis.