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I'm not a physician, but intentionally inhaling salt particles into the respiratory tract to 'pull infections out of tissues' strikes me as an extremely bad ide
by sithadmin 6y ago
I'm not a physician, but intentionally inhaling salt particles into the respiratory tract to 'pull infections out of tissues' strikes me as an extremely bad idea.
- kian 6y agoSaline solutions dissolve mucous.
- sp332 6y agoThe description of the mechanism is probably wrong, but the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America says it's probably safe.
- stretchwithme 6y agoThe American Lung Association has this article on the topic. And there is no consensus about how much is effective, etc. '"When fine salt particles are inhaled, they will fall on the airway linings and draw water into the airway, thinning the mucus and making it easier to raise, thus making people feel better," said Dr. Edelman.' https://www.lung.org/blog/promising-placebo-salt-halotherapy#:~:text=%22When%20fine%20salt%20particles%20are,with%20allergies%20affecting%20their%20lungs.%22 https://www.lung.org/blog/promising-placebo-salt-halotherapy... There is salt in the air at the beach, so I'd stay away from the ocean if you think inhaling salt is a bad idea.