Ingredients:
1 cup of distilled or boiled water (cooled)
½ teaspoon of salt
½ teaspoon of baking soda (optional)
A nasal irrigation device, such as a neti pot or squeeze bottle
Instructions:
Mix the Solution: Combine the salt and baking soda with the water, mixing until fully dissolved.
Irrigate: Fill your nasal irrigation device with the solution. Lean over a sink, tilt your head to one side, and gently pour the solution into one nostril, allowing it to flow out of the other nostril. Repeat on the other side.
Frequency: Use the saline rinse once daily, or more often if recommended by your healthcare provider.
3. Steam Inhalation with Salt
Inhaling steam with salt can loosen mucus in the airways and lungs.
Ingredients:
1 bowl of hot water
1 tablespoon of salt
A towel
Instructions:
Prepare the Steam: Dissolve the salt in a bowl of hot water.
Inhale the Steam: Place your face over the bowl, covering your head with a towel to trap the steam. Breathe deeply through your nose and mouth for 10-15 minutes.
Frequency: Perform steam inhalation 1-2 times a day.
Conclusion
Using salt to clear mucus and phlegm is a natural and effective remedy that offers relief. Whether you choose a saline gargle, nasal rinse, or steam inhalation, these simple methods can help you breathe more easily and feel more comfortable. Be sure to use clean, safe water and consult a healthcare provider if you have any underlying health conditions or persistent symptoms.
