From ancient times to the present, salt has been known not only as an essential seasoning in human food or in medicine but also has many different uses in human life. One of these is the role of salt in treating mouth ulcers for humans, which is very convenient and cost-effective but brings very high efficiency and is applied by many people.
Saltwater, with its high antibacterial properties, will kill bacteria in ulcers and make them quickly heal. Rinsing with diluted saltwater daily will bring great effectiveness in treating mouth ulcers at home. Moreover, using ingredients at home will help minimize costs, simple, and easy to implement.
How to do:
- Use 1 teaspoon of fine salt dissolved in 250ml of distilled water or boiled water to cool down.
- Pour the diluted saltwater into a clean glass bottle.
- Rinse your mouth 3-4 times a day to quickly heal mouth ulcers and cleanse your mouth, eliminating bad breath.
Saltwater rinse effectively treats mouth ulcers
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Soaking coriander seeds in water is also a rapid home remedy widely used today. Coriander seed water has antibacterial properties, effectively treats bad breath, and is highly efficient in treating mouth ulcers. This solution rapidly reduces the pain caused by mouth ulcers in a remarkably simple manner.
Implementation:
- Put a tablespoon of coriander seeds in a glass of boiled water. Let it soak for a few minutes, then strain the seeds.
- Use coriander seed water to rinse your mouth 2-3 times a day, and you will notice significant improvement.
Coriander seed water treats mouth ulcers
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In addition to the rapid home remedy of saltwater, using coconut rice water for treating mouth ulcers at home is also a favorite method among housewives for taking care of their family members. With just natural ingredients, a simple yet effective method is sure to satisfy users. Coconut rice water has antibacterial properties, cleanses the mouth, soothes pain, and quickly heals ulcers caused by mouth ulcers.
Implementation:
- Select a young coconut, peel it clean.
- Use the pressed coconut rice water.
- Rinse your mouth 2-3 times a day to quickly heal mouth ulcers, providing you with a more comfortable feeling.
Coconut rice water treats mouth ulcers
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Tomato is a familiar food in the daily meals of every family. In addition to its role as a nutritional supplement for human health, tomato juice also effectively treats mouth ulcers, a benefit that few people pay attention to.
Traditional medicine indicates that tomatoes are fruits with neutral properties, a slightly sour taste, somewhat sweet, with cooling and detoxifying effects.
Implementation:
- Choose ripe tomatoes, wash them clean, slice them thinly and eat them directly. Chewing raw tomatoes is also a very effective method in this case.
- You can also use tomato juice for drinking.
- Drink about 3-4 times a day, it will be very effective in treating mouth ulcers at home.
Tomato Juice for Mouth Ulcers
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Utilizing Honey
Utilizing honey is also an effective method you should employ when dealing with canker sores. Honey possesses antibacterial properties, effectively killing bacteria, while its high water content aids in faster wound healing.
How to:
- You can apply pure honey directly to the affected area and leave it on for a few hours before rinsing your mouth.
- Absolutely avoid using honey mixed in drinks as consuming honey in this manner can be too hot and might have adverse effects.
Using honey to treat canker sores

Harnessing the Power of Honey
Illustrative image - source: internetSour star fruit infusion for mouth heat
Using star fruit as a mouthwash has long been a remedy for mouth heat. Star fruit is known for its sweet and sour taste, cool properties, non-toxic nature, detoxification, and heat relief. Therefore, despite the variety of fruits available in the market, star fruit remains popular among people and is chosen as an essential ingredient in households.
Star fruit vinegar for treating mouth heat
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Orange and lemon water for boosting immunity
Orange and lemon water to soothe mouth heat
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Pennywort leaf water mixed with honey for mouth heat relief
Pennywort leaf water for treating mouth heat
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Nutrient-rich duck eggs for mouth heat treatment
Boiled duck eggs effectively treat mouth heat
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Pennywort, a familiar herb in Vietnamese folk medicine, is indispensable. Pennywort has the ability to heal wounds and reduce stress. Therefore, pennywort is very effective in treating mouth heat, healing wounds, and ulcers quickly.
Drinking pennywort water to treat mouth heat
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Apple cider vinegar is a type of vinegar naturally fermented from apples and water. During the initial fermentation stage, the sugar in the apple will turn into alcohol. Continuing the fermentation process will convert the alcohol into vinegar. Therefore, it will have a natural cloudy white vinegar mother on top, thick or thin depending on the acetic bacteria and the quality of the apple. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which has a high bacteria-killing ability while increasing salivary secretion, acting as an antibiotic.
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Illustrative image - source: internet13. Water Spinach
Water spinach, also known as morning glory, is a common vegetable in Vietnamese countryside. It is known as a herb to eat with other raw vegetables. Water spinach has a cooling effect, detoxifies the body, and has good antibacterial properties, so it is most preferred, especially in summer. Water spinach also effectively treats mouth heat.
Water spinach for treating mouth heat
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Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, is a fine white powder, hygroscopic, soluble in water, with pain-relieving effects, neutralizing acid in the stomach. It is an alkaline substance that neutralizes the acid stimulating ulceration - the culprit behind pain and discomfort. It also helps kill bacteria, reduce swelling and inflammation to help ulcers heal quickly.
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Illustrative image - source: internet15. Arrowroot Powder
Arrowroot powder is a traditional dish with many uses in traditional medicine, not only for treating mouth heat but also for supporting liver detoxification and cooling the body. Arrowroot powder has a cooling effect and is effective and simple in treating mouth heat.
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