Sinusitis is inflammation of sinuses that can lead to infection. Symptoms of a sinus infection are headache, dizziness, fever, pain around eyes and blocked nose. Healthy sinuses have a lining that produces mucus to trap and flush out dirt and particles. When there is swelling, drainage can be blocked. This causes a backup where bacteria can grow. Causes of sinus problems are colds, allergies, nasal polyps, deviated septums and weakened immune system. Normally treated with antibiotics and decongestants, sinus inflammation can also be managed using natural remedies. Here are some suggestions:
Foods That Clear Sinuses
- Chicken Soup- Hot soup with spices can be just the thing we need sometimes
- Chili- Chili contains the perfect spices to open up nasal passages and prevent sinusitis
- Garlic- Crushing or chopping garlic releases enzymes that are antibacterial and antiviral
- Ginger- Has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and pain killing properties
- Horseradish- A powerful stimulant for the nasal area to open things up
- Hot Peppers- Can break down mucus and open up passages
- Mustard- A medicinal spice that relieves congestion, the spicier the better
- Onions- Have natural antihistamine properties and can help get things moving
- Peppermint- Tea, candy or oil can relieve stuffiness
- Pineapple- The bromelain enzyme can dissolve mucus and reduce inflammation
- Radishes- The spiciness of radishes can open things up
Herbal Remedies
- Basil
- Echinacea
- Elderberry
- Eucalyptus
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Goldenseal
- Grapefruit Seed Extract
- Lemon Balm
- Licorice
- Oil of Oregano
- Stinging Nettle
- Yerba Mansa
Homeopathic Remedies
- Belladonna– For acute sinusitis with a headache.
- Hydrastis Canadensis– For sinus infections with yellow post nasal drip
- Kalium Bichromicum– For sinusitis with post nasal discharge
- Lemna Minor– For use when nasal polyps are involved
- Natrum Muriaticum– Sinusitis with a nasal allergy, watery discharge and pain in head
- Pulsatilla– For frontal sinusitis with green or yellow discharge
- Silicea– For Sinus infections accompanied by chronic colds
Honey– Sourced locally, local raw honey can have an easing effect on allergies due to pollen
Hot Compress– Putting a warm compress over nose, eyes and cheeks can help get sinuses draining
Hydrate– Nasal tissues can swell when dehydrated.
Salt Water Rinses– with a nettie pot or irrigation bottle
Soup– Hot chicken soup with spices helps soothe nasal cavities and respiratory system
Spray- With colloidal silver
Steam inhalation– with peppermint, eucalyptus or oregano oil added
Tea- Make a tea with
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Honey
- Horseradish
- Turmeric
Vitamin C- Orange juice, Grapefruit juice, or Vitamin C capsules
Techniques to Unblock– Three videos with easy techniques to drain sinuses and clear stuffy noses.
