Salt Water
One of the best ways to eliminate oral thrush is by making the oral cavity clean. To achieve this, patients can use commercial mouthwash and tongue cleaners, but some prefer a more natural solution- salt water. Salt has impressive antiseptic, soothing, and cleansing properties. In addition, several small-scale studies have shown that salt water can kill yeasts and alleviate the symptoms of oral thrush. Moreover, clinical results showed that using salt water as a mouthwash can prevent the recurrence of thrush.
To use it, dissolve one tablespoon of table salt in a cup of lukewarm water. Use the salt solution as a mouthwash by swishing it thoroughly inside the mouth. You may also try to gargle with this solution to heal the thrush in the esophagus. A recent survey found that 8 out of 10 patients with oral thrush find this remedy effective and practical. Moreover, since salt and water are readily available in anyone’s kitchen, this remedy is easy to make.
Experts recommend the use of this solution for younger patients since it contains no chemicals, making it is safe to swallow.
