Nasal wash salt is not harmful when ingested in small amounts, but is not recommended for consumption.
Nasal wash salt and sterilized water mixed with saline concentration can be used for nasal rinsing treatment, can be used for allergic rhinitis, chronic rhinitis-sinusitis treatment. Nasal rinsing with nasal wash saline can remove nasal secretions, reduce mucosal congestion and swelling, and reduce nasal congestion symptoms.
Nasal wash salt composition is mainly sodium chloride, iodine-free salt, can be eaten, but do not overdose nasal wash salt, according to the “Dietary Guidelines for Chinese Residents (2016)”, “Dietary Nutrient Reference Intake for Chinese Residents,” the recommendation of the average adult daily salt intake of no more than 6 grams, almost about the amount of salt in the cap of a mineral water bottle.
Generally a small amount of nasal salt will not bring significant harm to the body. If discomfort occurs, please consult a hospital in time to avoid delays.