Saltwater Gargle
Many people will eat bananas and drink water to alleviate the symptoms of the flu, but there are other ways to support your body’s efforts to fight off the virus. For example, a saltwater gargle is one of the most effective home remedies for the flu. This is because it increases blood flow to your mucous membranes and cleans out bacteria in your throat, which can help relieve your sore throat while also helping your body fight off sickness.
The salinity of the gargle also helps to soothe and moisturize your throat. Also, if you have a fever and feel nauseous, salt water can help alleviate those symptoms.
The best way to do this is to mix about half a teaspoon of salt into warm water and gargle with it for 30 seconds. You could also add peppermint oil or ground cloves to make it taste better. These are more traditional ingredients for fighting the flu.
