Some Natual Remedies For Sinusitis
Acute sinusitis is a common problem, which you’ve possibly
experienced at some stage since it usually develops following a cold. In which
case you’ll be familiar with the symptoms it causes, including a blocked nose,
painful pressure behind your cheekbones and a pounding headache.
For some people this might not be just a temporary problem, but
instead that becomes a chronic condition that can trouble their lives for many years.
Chronic sinus can also cause a post-nasal drip, thick greenish-yellow mucus,
bad breath and an irritating dry cough which really irritates.
While acute sinus is usually due to bacterial or fungal
infection following a cold, the chronic form is more likely to involve an
immune reaction to inhaled allergens, such as traffic fumes, cigarette smoke with
that passive smoking,or chemicals at work or specific foods.
There are some natural ways to counter this but you should
always consult to your physician or Doctore before taking any other means of
treatment
Some Natural Ways To Help
Overcome The Pain Of Sinus
1.
Studies have
revealed that up to 70% chronic
sinusitis sufferers have environmental allergies. So it makes sense to try and
avoid breathing cigarette smoke, traffic fumes, dry air and chemicals at home
or in the workplace as much as possible. Tackle dust mites in the home by
vacuuming carpets frequently.
2.
Doing
exercise helps boost your immunity. Even by walking for just 30 minutes for
about 3-4 four times a week can be highly effective — although you should avoid
any form of exercise outside when the pollen count is high, as this may
exacerbate the problem.
3.
Cut out
mucus-forming foods and common allergic foods, such as dairy products, eggs,
wheat, fried and fatty foods, pastries, sugar, chocolate, beer and anything
containing food additives.
4. Eat more sinus-clearing foods, which aid the breakdown of
mucus. These include foods like fresh fruit and vegetables, salads, fish, and
hot chicken broth. Foods which are known to be particularly beneficial are
garlic, onions, chillies, ginger, horseradish, mustard and pineapple.
5. Drink 2 to 3 litres of still mineral water a day and have hot
herbal teas and lemon drinks.
6. For rapid relief, mix 1 teaspoon of grated fresh horseradish
root with the juice of a lemon, add boiling water and a little honey and sip
slowly.
7. Inhalation is a tried and tested way to relieve blocked
sinuses. Add ten drops of Olbas Oil to a bowl of almost-boiling water, cover
your head with a towel, close your eyes and inhale for ten minutes.
8. Nasal washing is an old ayurvedic treatment. Dissolve half a
teaspoon of salt in a cup of warm water, hold one nostril closed and sniff the
liquid up the other one until you can spit it out of your mouth. Then repeat
with the other nostril.
9 Hot water vapor can help moisten the sinuses.Sprinkle a few
drops of eucalyptus or menthol in the shower and steam up your bathroom. A hot,
steamy shower or bath can also help to loosen up mucus and debris that is stuck
inside your nose,
10.Bromelain is a protein found in pineapple stems. For years,
it's been used by prize fighters to reduce swelling. “Bromelain appears to be
beneficial and help reduce swelling in the nasal passages
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