Question 1

can i flush my colon with salt water and master cleanse?

Accepted Answer

Not a cleanse fan: As a surgeon, i must admit I am not a fan of 'colon cleansing, ' especially with harsh or aggressive cleansers.  This can lead to electrolyte imbalances and irritation (colitis), as well as flaring hemorrhoids if you have them.  I prefer proper nutrition and high fiber diet and your colon will take better care of itself.  Your colon is designed to do what it does and eliminate waste naturally.

Question 2

flushing colon with salt water and master cleanse, could this work?

Accepted Answer

For what purpose?: If you're looking for powerful laxatives, i assume you feel very constipated or are looking to "cleanse." if the latter, please reconsider ; check out numerous Healthtap answers that point to problems with colon cleansers--don't use them!  if constipation however is new or has significantly worsened, or is accompanied by distension, vomiting, fever, pain then don't self-medicate but get checked.

Question 3

which is the safest and natural way of colon cleansing? i am scared to try any product or salt water flush but i have good bowel function. i need help

Accepted Answer

Not safe: Colon cleansing can cause  electrolyte imbalances in your blood, and in my opinion are not safe. A natural way to regulate your bowel function would be to  eat a diet rich in fiber and drink sufficient water.

Question 4

what happens if i drink salt water everyday?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration: From diarrhea. High sodium, calcium, magnesium  levels in the blood. The entitity is called dead sea water poisoning. Drinking salt water (like sea water) exclusively will kill most people.

Question 5

can i use salt water as mouthwash?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Salt water in a natural antiseptic  and decreases inflation in open wounds.  Short term use only especially if you have blood pressure issues and also because the rinse is slightly acidic and can etch enamel with long term use

Question 6

how do i cure cold sores? salt water?

Accepted Answer

Lysine: Lysine is an Amino Acid and harmless. You can probably get it at a health food store. Take one tablet or capsule a day until it clears.

Question 7

can you soak a wound in epsom salt water?

Accepted Answer

Simple Care: The real question-what not to do that slows down healing. Avoid alcohol, peroxide, hibiclens, betadine, epsom salts, bleach solutions. Inflammation ( red, hot, swollen, tender) is important to healing  so anti-inflammatories (motrin, advil) are bad. Cover the area with a clean dressing changed every other day  and protected from trauma.  Antibiotics do not help healing unless it is truly infected.

Question 8

can i flavor salt water so i can gargle it?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: No problems.  But use sugar-free please!

Question 9

does gargling with salt water help tmj pain?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Warm water ( salt has no impact) may help relax the sore facial muscles from TMJ problems. It may not help the actual temperomandiblarjoint! get evaluated by a qualified dentist.

Question 10

does salt water for pimples make everything worse?

Accepted Answer

Not Usually: Salt water or ocean swimming is not usually a sources for making acne worse. In fact, it will usually help.  If you are washing your face with salt water, then it may make things worse until your skin has a chance to acclimatize to this.  I hope that answers your question.

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What happens if i drink salt water everyday?

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Can i use salt water as mouthwash?

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Can you soak a wound in epsom salt water?

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