Homemade Remedies To Decongest Sinuses
Sinus congestion can have multiple causes, both external and internal to our body.
The inflammations and infections of the paranasal sinuses may occur as a result of a severe cold, to influence, exposure or contact with certain bacteria and allergies, for example to dust, pollen or pets.
Millions of people suffer from nasal congestion and that is why below we give you some very useful, simple and natural tips and remedies, to minimize this annoying ailment.
Homemade remedies to relieve sinuses
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is great for our health. Particularly relevant is the importance of apple cider vinegar in treating sinus infections. For this remedy you need to mix two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar with 250 ml. lukewarm water, then add a spoonful of honey. This mix can be drunk once a day and will make the inflammation go away in a few days.
Apple cider vinegar can also be used to inhale the vapors that are created when mixed with half a cup of water. Heat the mixture almost to a boil and then breathe in the vapors with your eyes and mouth closed. Use this remedy at least three times a day.
Turmeric
Turmeric has a powerful compound called curcumin which is great for health. Among the benefits of turmeric we find an excellent efficacy in eliminating inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. Adding turmeric to the daily diet, and thus benefiting from it, is simple, as it can be used as a condiment for any dish.
Sinus washes
This is the oldest remedy and has been used for many generations. This long tradition is mainly due to the incredible results of these washes, especially when done in addition to the remedies mentioned above.
Washings should consist of a mix of one cup of warm water with one tablespoon of sea salt ; this saline solution is used for washing the nasal cavities with the help of a special “pear” (you can also use a large syringe). For faster results, wash several times a day.
Other tips
- Try to sleep with your head up.
- Apply patches moistened with warm water and salt to the forehead and sides of the nose several times a day.
- Consume foods and drinks containing vitamin C at least twice a day.
- Drinking a sufficient amount of water during the day can also be very effective in decongesting and relieving the sinuses, as it keeps this area hydrated, facilitating the process of eliminating mucus.
- Keep your home and office perfectly clean and free of items that could cause allergies.
- The tongue and thumb can be very useful tools for decongesting the nose. You simply have to press your tongue on the palate and at the same time press your thumb between the eyebrows for twenty seconds. By doing so, you will almost immediately feel that the sinuses begin to decongest.
