While sinusitis is usually treated with the use of antibiotics, antihistamines and in some cases surgery, many people are beginning to seek treatment with all natural methods. There are many great ways to find relief from you symptoms in the comfort of your own home using a variety of natural remedies. Natural sinus relief has many advantages as well, from eliminating the risk of developing resistance to antibiotics to avoiding surgery altogether.

A few things that you want to keep in mind when treating sinus problems naturally are warmth, moisture and hydration. Sinusitis is caused by congestion in the nasal passageways, which blocks the sinuses and makes them unable to drain mucus, leading to infection. The surest ways to clear congestion and sustain proper drainage of the sinuses is through warmth, moisture and hydration.

NASAL IRRIGATION

Irritation in the nasal passageways is caused by dry nasal passageways and the bacteria and debris within them. When the passageways get dry, it is difficult for the cilia (small hair-like structures coating the nasal walls) to pass mucus out of the sinuses. Using a neti pot, or other nasal irrigation kit, you can flush the debris and bacteria out with a warm saline solution, which is a warm salt water solution that you can make at home. It is a great, cheap and effective way to break up congestion and keep the cilia healthy and moving.

STEAM INHALATION

Warmth and moisture are key, as mentioned before, to proper sinus health. They help break up congestion and thin the mucus membrane making it easy for the sinuses to drain. Using a humidifier, breathe in the warm vapor for 10 minutes or longer or until you feel the symptoms relieve a bit. If you do not have access to a humidifier taking a long hot shower is a great substitution, as well as breathing the stream from a basin of boiling water.

Adding herbal oils and supplements to the water is greatly beneficial as well. Adding a few drops of eucalyptus oil to the water will not only help break up congestion, but it fights the infection itself as well. Peppermint extracts works great as well.

INCREASE FLUID INTAKE

Drinking plenty of fluids will help thin the mucus membrane, and keep the nasal passageways moist. Staying hydrated is very important. Drink up to 6 to 10 glasses of water, or other clear liquids, a day. Water, sports drinks, fruit juices and vegetable juices are all good things to take in.

Some liquids you want to stay away from include milk (and other dairy products), caffeine and drinks that contain high amounts of sugar. They all contribute to thicker mucus, and dry nasal passageways.

SPICY FOODS

Spicy foods also help thin the mucus membrane, and some are believed to help fight infection as well. These include cayenne pepper, garlic, wasabi, horseradish and ginger. Add one or a few of these to all of your meals, and put as much as you can comfortably eat. You will feel immediate results as you eat.

YOGA AND MASSAGE

Yoga and massage, believe it or not, can help stimulate the sinuses and get them to open allowing for drainage. Yoga's Dolphin Pose can help relieve congestion by relaxing the rib cage and strengthening the respiratory system. It is also beneficial due to its emphasis on proper breathing.

If you are on antibiotics, or other oral medications, massaging the areas of the affected sinuses will increase the blood flow to those areas delivering more medication. It will also help break up congestion and bring relief.

CLOSING THOUGHTS

Natural sinus relief is catching great waves with more and more people starting to use these remedies to find relief from their sinus problems. Of course, the best way to avoid sinusitis is to live a healthy lifestyle with plenty of physical activity, a good healthy diet and plenty of rest.

If you have been suffering from sinusitis and have yet to find the relief you are looking for, please call Sinus Dynamics now and let us help you get on the road to recovery today. Through the use of compounded medications and drug delivery devices, we have helped thousands of people find relief from their symptoms.

If you would like know more about the treatments offered call us now and let us walk you through the process, as well as answer any questions you may have. You can contact us using this website, or call us at 1.877.447.4276.

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