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Gargling is the act of bubbling liquid in the mouth. It is also the washing of one's mouth and throat with a liquid, such as mouthwash, that is kept in motion by breathing through it with a gurgling sound.

A traditional home remedy of gargling warm saltwater is sometimes recommended to soothe a sore throat.[1]

One study in Japan has shown that gargling water a few times a day will lower the chance of upper respiratory infections such as common colds,[2][3] though some medical authorities are skeptical.[4]

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  1. ↑ Anderson, Chris C. (2018). "Does Gargling with Salt Water Ease a Sore Throat?". WebMD. Internet Brands. Retrieved August 24, 2021.
  2. ↑ Satomura, K.; Kitamura, T.; Kawamura, T.; Simbo, T.; Watanabe, M.; Kamei, M.; et al. "Prevention of Upper Respiratory Infections by Gargling: A Randomized Trial". American Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2005 (29): 302–307.
  3. ↑ Sakai, M.; Shimbo, T.; Omata, K.; et al. "Cost-Effectiveness of Gargling for the Prevention of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections". BMC Health Services Research. 2008 (8): 258.
  4. ↑ Boyles, Salynn (October 19, 2005). "Does Gargling with Water Prevent Colds?". WebMD. Archived from the original on August 12, 2007. Retrieved April 30, 2015.
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