Saline Solution Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Saline solution is a mixture of sodium and water, with around 1% sodium dissolved in water. Saline solution can be made at home for a variety of uses, or it can be purchased commercially as products marketed for contact lens cleaning and nasal sprays.¹

Saline Solution Health Uses and Health Benefits

The primary health benefits associated with saline solution are for cleansing and disinfecting, Saline solution is used to clean personal objects like contact lenses. It’s also used as a nasal spray, for clearing nasal passages. Spraying saline solution in the nostrils can help to dissolve and clear away debris, mucus and allergens, alleviating irritation and itchy or runny nose symptoms.¹

References

1. https://www.healthline.com/health/make-your-own-saline-solution#how-to-use-it