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2. Preparing a Salt Water Gargle

A salt water gargle is an inexpensive option for treating a sore throat at home. Physicians recommend stirring one-fourth to one-half teaspoon of salt into eight ounces of warm water. Continue stirring until the salt dissolves completely. Although any type of salt works, coarser salts like kosher or sea salt dissolve faster than table or iodized salts.

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