{"id":5911,"date":"2019-04-19T05:41:14","date_gmt":"2019-04-19T05:41:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=5911"},"modified":"2021-03-31T17:30:56","modified_gmt":"2021-03-31T17:30:56","slug":"14-best-home-remedies-for-sinusitis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/14-best-home-remedies-for-sinusitis\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Best Home Remedies for Sinusitis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Sinusitis occurs when the lining of the sinuses becomes inflamed. It prevents mucus from flowing out correctly and can result in sinus pressure, pain, swollen glad, and infection. There are numerous things that can cause sinusitis, such as the common cold, bacteria, and viruses. Sinusitis can be a sign of an underlying condition or can just occur with no known cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The symptoms are different for everyone and can range from mild and severe. If there is no underlying cause, sinusitis can clear up on its own in just a few days. Medications can be used to help treat the symptoms of this condition, but there are also home remedies that can be just as effective. If you want to avoid a trip to the doctor and want to treat your sinusitis at home, give one of these home remedies a try. If you are sick with sinusitis for more than a week, you should seek medical attention to rule out a more serious problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Change of Diet<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you suffer from sinusitis<\/a>, you may not feel like eating much at all. You may also change your diet to eat things that you normally don\u2019t because they aren\u2019t able to taste certain flavors, or things taste strange. When you have sinusitis, your taste may be affected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Things may taste bland, and you may crave spicy things or things with strong flavors because you can taste them more easily. Unfortunately, just because things have flavor, doesn\u2019t mean they are good for you. When you are sick, you need to eat healthy foods that will help boost your immune system so it can fight off the illness faster and more easily. Although they may not taste the best, you still need to eat plenty of grains, lentils, and vegetables. They will help improve your immune system. Avoid dairy products and citrus fruits, as they can cause excess mucus which can make sinusitis worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Natural Herbs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Herbs <\/a>are a great way to treat sinusitis naturally. Herbs can help flush toxins from the body. Most people don\u2019t make herbs a part of their daily diets, but doing so can boost your immune system and help it work better. Not only are herbs stimulants, but they also contain antioxidants that can help remove toxins and bacteria from the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They can even help flush mucus from the nose and sinuses. Some of the most potent herbs are also some of the strongest or spiciest flavor-wise too. Consider adding garlic, onions, horseradish, and various types of pepper to your diet to help flush out the system. You may notice instant results and be able to breathe better after eating some of them. They may also make your nose run, which can help remove the mucus from your sinuses and relieve the pressure and pain. Herbs are a good alternative to medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Wasabi<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you have ever tried wasabi<\/a>, you already know the effects it can have on your sinuses. It can make your eyes water, and your nose run. It can even make your throat burn a little. While these may not be pleasant side effects, they can help your body get rid of mucus, which will improve sinusitis. You can consume wasabi in a number of different ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even if you don\u2019t necessarily like the flavor of wasabi, it may be worth eating it for the natural effects. Eat enough until you start to feel the reaction. Your nose may start to tingle or burn and should become clear. You will notice that the pressure in your sinuses is relieved and your nose has started to run. Take advantage of this feeling and blow your nose to get the mucus out faster. You can eat wasabi as much as you need to relieve sinus pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Neti Pot<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Neti pots are convenient little pots that sent warm water or salt water into your nose and through the sinuses<\/a>. The water helps push out the mucus that may be stuck in the sinuses. The saltwater also helps reduce the inflammation in the sinuses so the mucus can pass through more easily. \u00a0It is best to use water that has been distilled to avoid getting the water that could contain bacteria and germs, and it in your nose. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This could make the sinusitis even worse. It can feel strange to do this at first, but most people feel a lot of relief after doing so. You can do one nostril and then the other. Be sure to use the Neti pot over the sink, as the water will go in one nostril and come out the other along with the mucus. You can use a Neti pot daily or until the sinusitis improves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. Grapefruit Seed Extract<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Grapefruit <\/a>seed extra is an oil that can be applied to the mouth to help improve sinusitis quickly. If you are not able to tolerate dropping the oil directly in your mouth, you can also mix it with water. This extract is very strong and powerful. It can travel through the body quickly and relieve sinus pressure and pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It also helps remove the toxins and mucus from the body. Because the grapefruit seed extract is so strong, you don\u2019t want to take it on an empty stomach. It\u2019s very acidic and can cause stomach pain and nausea. Be sure to talk to your doctor before you try the extract as it could interfere with other types of medication. If you are able to use the extract, you can do so once a day to help relieve the symptoms and flush the mucus and toxins from your sinuses and body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Apple Cider Vinegar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Apple cider vinegar <\/a>has a lot of uses. It can be used to treat skin problems, stomach problems, and even sinusitis. It can help decrease the amount of mucus in the sinuses and thin it out, so there is less pressure. The mucus can pass through the sinuses, even though they are inflamed, and leave the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The apple cider vinegar helps boost the immune system too. You can consume apple cider vinegar for a number of different wants. Some people prefer to drink it quickly as a shot and others would rather sip it. If you can\u2019t stand the taste of apple cider vinegar and feel like it\u2019s too strong, you can mix it with honey and lemon juice. You can consume apple cider vinegar twice a day or until the symptoms of the sinusitis subside. If you don\u2019t like to drink it, you can also cook with it instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Steam <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Steam <\/a>can open up the airways and sinuses and allow the mucus to escape the body. You can do this in a number of ways. One way is to boil a pot of water and stand over it while breathing in deeply through your nose. The warm steam helps to reduce the inflammation in the sinuses and allows the mucus to come out. You may also prefer to sit in the bathroom while a hot shower runs to create steam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you sit in the shower, breathe in to inhale the steam and open up the sinuses. You can also find steam machines at many health stores that can be used in other rooms of the home. As the sinuses open up from the steam, you will notice your nose runs. Allow as much mucus to run out as possible. You can use steam to relieve the symptoms of sinusitis as often as needed for relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Peppermint Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Peppermint <\/a>tea is a strong and fragrant tea that contains menthol. Menthol can cut through mucus quickly and help thin it out so it can leave the body quickly. Peppermint tea also has plenty of heat, steam, and menthol, which act as a triple threat and help to relieve the symptoms of sinusitis. The heat and menthol in the tea help to open up the sinuses and allow the mucus to pass through. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peppermint tea can be sipped as often and desired to treat the problem and help you feel better. It acts fast at flushing out the system so your sinusitis symptoms won\u2019t last long. Peppermint tea is also natural, so you don\u2019t have to worry about any side effects. You can even stand over the pot as you boil the tea and breathe in the steam for some extra benefits. Peppermint tea can also be used alongside other sinusitis treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9. Oregano Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Oregano <\/a>is a plant, with leaves for use in culinary and medicinal applications. Oregano oil contains two potent compounds, namely carvacrol, and thymol, featuring anti-fungal and antibacterial properties. Medical professionals recommend that patients with sinusitis use 5-grams of oregano oil per day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For sinus infections, you can add oregano oil to a large bowl of boiling water. ‘It’s best to cover your head with a towel creating a tent to trap the steam. Close your eyes, put your face over the water, and inhale for a few minutes. Do this several times a day to clear the nasal passages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oregano contains compounds that help reduce coughs and spasms. Oregano leaf ‘isn’t harmful when taken in the amounts found in food, and by mouth, or when applied to the skin in small medicinal values. Mild side effects of the oil include an upset stomach. Oregano might also cause an allergic reaction in people who have an allergy to specific plants.  
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10. Vitamin C<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Consuming foods high in vitamin C <\/a>boost the immune system, speeding up recovery from sinusitis. Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is necessary for growth, development, and repair of body tissue and cell production. ‘It’s an essential vitamin responsible for body functions, including the formation of collagen, the absorption of iron, repairing the immune system and healing wounds. It also looks after the maintenance of cartilage, bones, and teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vitamin C is essential to the functioning of the immune system, which is the system that protects your body from infection by fighting off invading pathogens. As an antioxidant, vitamin C helps guard our cells against free radical damage.  Health professionals recommend that we supplement with between 500 and 1,000-milligrams of Vitamin C per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

People who ‘don’t eat many fruits and vegetables in their diet may want to consider supplementing with additional vitamin C and a multivitamin complex to ensure they ‘don’t develop any vitamin deficiencies.
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11. Garlic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Garlic <\/a>is one of nature’s best-kept healing secrets. Its antibiotic properties are excellent for treating people who are suffering from the effects of sinusitis. Garlic is fantastic in the prevention and treatment of sinus infection. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a study, people took a garlic supplement or a placebo for 12 weeks during the winter months. The people that digested the garlic were found less likely to get a cold. If they got a cold, they recovered quicker than those in the placebo group. Those in the placebo group had a higher likelihood of contracting a few more colds over the 12-week winter period. Garlic’s ability to prevent contracting the flu is due to its star biologically active component, allicin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For general health, medical professionals recommend the patient use one clove of fresh garlic daily or two to five milligrams of garlic oil. Patients need to crush the bulbs to release the allicin before consuming.
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12. Echinacea <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Echinacea <\/a>is a plant that can help you fight off bacteria and viruses. Herbalists will recommend this plant to anyone experiencing a sinus infection. Scientific studies show that Echinacea contains active substances that are antiviral and boost the immune system. The flower also reduces pain and inflammation \u2013 making it an effective treatment for people who are dealing with a sinus infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The patient should start using Echinacea as soon as they notice the first signs of the illness. Place ten to twenty drops on the tongue and repeat this treatment four to five times throughout the course of the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Echinacea is a plant that is native to the Rocky Mountains in the United States. The plants are used to manufacture extract medicine from its leaves, flower, and roots. ‘It’s known for its herbal remedies by the Native Indian tribes, with the settlers later following the Indians’ example, using Echinacea for medicinal purposes.  
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13.  Sleeping Elevated<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Why sleep elevated? By raising the head, you open the airways, improving the quality of your sleep while stopping snoring. Sleeping lifted allows those suffering from illnesses such as heart diseases, acid reflux, and congestion <\/a>problems a better night’s sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sleeping flat helps mucus can collect in your sinuses, which aggravates your symptoms. Lifting your head using extra pillows will help you sleep better. Bear in mind that raising your head at night, along with nasal irrigation, drinking lots of water, and inhaling steam, can also prevent sinus infection as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lying flat helps the mucus to gather in the back of your throat. Keeping the head elevated while sleeping will and can help in keeping post-nasal drip from occurring as it stops the dripping of mucus traveling from the sinuses to the back of the throat. By raising the top of an adjustable bed or frame will help to end the dreaded post-nasal drip for improved sleep.
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14. Eucalyptus Oil<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Eucalyptus <\/a>is a tree native to Australia. The oil extracted from the leaves has medicinal properties. \u00a0It treats a variety of common diseases and conditions including nasal congestion, asthma, and works well as a tick repellent. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diluted eucalyptus oil applied to the skin can provide a remedy for arthritis and skin ulcers. It is also used to ease cold symptoms and provide respiratory health benefits. Eucalyptus often used in mouthwashes and cold treatments, and ‘it’s a favorite essential oil for diffusing, with plenty of aromatherapy health benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When breathing in the eucalyptus steam during your diffusing session, ‘you’ll notice that your airways open immediately, and you breathe easier. The hot steam helps to clear the sinus and reduce pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eucalyptus is available under the following different brands and other names: fever tree, gum tree, red ironbark, and white ironbark. Always ensure that you dilute the oil with a carrier like extra-virgin coconut oil, before rubbing it into the skin.
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