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It's Cold and Flu Season, So Here Are 7 Home Remedies That Actually Work

Sniffles got nothing on us

by Rachel White  |  COMMENT

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Gargle Salt Water
Gargle Salt Water Modern medicine actually backs up this old home remedy: There's research out there that indicates that gargling salt water during cold and flu season can lower your incidence of infection. Even better? Gargling can also ease symptoms when you have them; loosening mucus and removing irritants from the throat and providing minor pain relief.

Plus, it's super easy: Just dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water and gargle for 30 seconds before spitting out.

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