Which Salt is Good for Flu Symptom Relief?
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2019 study by the University of Edinburgh, a simple sea salt water solution could help to reduce the symptoms and duration of the common cold. For flu symptom relief, various types of salt are used topically to help soothe and manage discomfort, though no salt can cure the influenza virus.