If you don’t already use a saline solution when you have injuries or minor infections then you’re missing out. Salt often gets overlooked and demonized nowadays, but it’s a great way to keep you healthy. And it’s simple without a ton of extra chemicals and ingredients. Whether you have an injury or minor ailment, you can use a saline solution to help keep your injuries clean and kill off some of those germs making you ill. A saline solution has so many versatile uses and I’m happy to share them with you.
Saline Solution For Your Health
My mom was the first one who suggested using a saline solution for like sore throats or canker sores. It wasn’t until I was older and was learning how to take care of my family in a more natural and allopathic manner, that I learned that saline solutions were so useful. And they’re cheap to make! Which is best, especially in times when medicine may be in short supply and expensive.
I’m not saying it’s an end all be all, but it’s great to have on hand to clean wounds and to kill germs in a pinch when something arises.
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Supplies Needed To Make A Saline Solution For Injuries
- 4 Cups Distilled or Boiled Water*
- 2 Teaspoons Salt (noniodized)
*Your boiled water needs to be boiled for at least 20 minutes.
How To Make A Saline Solution For Injuries
Step 1
Boil your water for 20 minutes if you’re using boiled water. If not grab your distilled water and put it in a clean container.
Step 2
Add your salt.
Step 3
Mix until completely dissolved.
Step 4
Allow the saline antiseptic solution to cool off before using.
Recipe Notes:
If you need a smaller amount use 1 cup of water and 1/2 teaspoon of water.
How To Use Your Saline Solution On Injuries
This is just for basic and minor wounds. For a more serious wound you need to seek medical attention asap.
- Before cleaning and taking care of a wound you need to wash your hands or use gloves.
- If you’re treating someone else have them sit or lie down if possible. If you’re treating yourself, get into a comfortable position that will allow you to reach your wound.
- Rinse the wound under running tap water for about 5 to 10 minutes. It may seem long, but it will help clean the wound.
- Then soak clean gauze or cloth in your saline solution and gently dab and wipe the skin.
- Gently pat the area dry. Use a clean towel or anything similar. Anything fluffy like cotton balls is gonna leave residue behind.
- Now, apply a sterile bandage like band aids, gauze and medical tape, etc.
How Long Will Your Saline Solution Last?
Your saline solution should last about 24 hours in a sanitized container. It will last 2-3 days in the fridge, but need to be taken out 30 minutes before using. Do not touch the saline solution with anything not sterilized or your hands as it will taint it.
Oral Salt Water Rinse
You can also use a saline solution in your mouth. It helps with a number of issues from illness, infections, and minor injuries in the mouth as well. And again, you’ll only need 2 ingredients, and it sounds simple, but this oral saline solution works so well!
Supplies Needed To Make An Oral Salt Water Rinse
- 1 Cup Warm Distilled or Boiled Water*
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
*Your boiled water needs to be boiled for at least 20 minutes.
How To Make An Oral Salt Water Rinse
Step 1
If you’re not using distilled water then boil your water for 20 minutes.
Step 2
Let your water cool off until it is warm.
Step 3
Add the salt and stir until all the salt has dissolved.
Step 4
Use accordingly and dump out the rest.
How To Use This Oral Salt Water Rinse
Using this oral salt water rinse will be dependent on what you need it for. For oral injuries like a small cut, bite, or canker sore as well as a toothache will all be the same
- Take a mouthful of the oral salt water rinse and swish around for 30 seconds before spitting it out. DO NOT SWALLOW.
- Do this 2-3 times a day.
I usually do this a couple times each time if something is particularly bothering me.
If you have a sore throat, sinus issues, or the like, you’re not going to swish. Instead:
- Take a mouthful of the oral salt water rinse and gargle for 30 sections. Then spit out the solution. Again, do not swallow.
- Do this 2-3 times a day.
Your dentist or doctor may also suggest you use an oral salt water rinse after an oral surgery. They should give you instructions on how to do it properly as the first few days you don’t want to vigorously swish as you may hurt the surgery site.
Disclaimer: Be sure if you’re using the oral salt water rinse for a gum or tooth infection/ache that you see a dentist asap as the salt will definitely help with the issues, but it cannot heal the underlying cause of the issue.
Salt Water Rinses and Saline Solutions
Saline solutions and salt water rinses are so simple to use and easy to make. But they’re so useful. I never realized how useful until I began using them. Whether it was after my wisdom teeth removal, tooth pain, canker sores, sore throats, or a cut/abrasion, a basic saline solution is easy to make. And I’ve never had it fail yet. I will say for a sore throat if you do it early enough you may avoid illness, but if not, it still brings some relief, which is nice. I hope this helped and pray you stay healthy enough to never need it!
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Have you ever used a saline solution on an injury? What about an oral salt water rinse? How did it work for you?
