SINUS CONGESTION: NATURAL CURES

Neti Pot

Neti Pot:  A neti pot is a small teapot like container filled with warm water and fine, ionized salt (some people use only warm water) to soothe irritated sinuses, clear nasal congestion, and even wash away allergens that may lodge in your nasal passages.

 
Massage: a facial massage which may help with nasal and sinus congestion. Use finger pressure and subtle movements to massage nasal cavities below the eyes. Also massage your forehead.  (Check out our new Cold Stone Massage which is great for Sinus Pain/Pressure & Headaches - on special this month!)    

Oil of Oregano: this age-old remedy is amazing for opening up the sinuses, soothing colds & allergies, and fighting bacteria.  Take at the first signs of congestion, sore throat or allergies.  Oil of Oregano can be found at any nutrition store in a liquid or tablet form. 

Echinacea, Vit A, C, E, Zinc & Selenium:  All are very well known to boost immunity & fight off colds/flu.  (OurBiotics BioProtect is loaded with these vitamins & minerals - on special this month!)

Steam Inhalation:  Boil filtered water and a chopped white onion in a pot, then carefully move the pot to your kitchen table.  Cover your head with a towel, close your eyes and breath in & out through your nose for 5 minutes.  The chopped onion and steam will quickly cause sinuses to drain.  Repeat 3 x day until flu subsides.  

Reduce dairy & sugar: milk and milk-products can cause a thickening of mucous in your body. Sugar decreases immune function while feeding harmful bacteria. Avoid during times of sickness.

Hot Liquids:  now is the time to enjoy your favorite hot herbal teas and broth-based soups. Chicken soup truly is the best way to kill a cold. If mom is not around, find a restaurant that serves it with lots of garlic and onion.  Add lemon for increased flu buster benefits!