10 clever uses for salt
Soothe a sore throat
Salt reduces the swelling and pain caused by inflammation, so a good gargle of saltwater can provide much-needed relief for a sore throat. The solution will also help flush out bacteria and irritants and loosen mucus. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to 1 cup of warm water, stir well to dissolve the salt, gargle the solution for five seconds and spit it out. Repeat a few times a day until your sore throat subsides.