Now, scientists claim that gargling with mouthwash could also help to reduce your risk of Covid-19. Researchers from Ruhr-Universität Bochum claim that the virus can be ‘inactivated’ by certain commercially available mouthwashes. In the study, the team tested the effects of eight mouthwashes that are available in pharmacies or drugstores in Germany. Each mouthwash was mixed with virus particles in the laboratory, as well as an interfering substance to recreate the effect of saliva in the mouth. Video Loading Video Unavailable Click to play Tap to play The video will start in 8 Cancel Play nowHowever, experts who were not involved in the study have warned that gargling mouthwash isn’t enough to protect you from Covid-19.

Source: Daily Mirror August 11, 2020 07:03 UTC