How to Treat Chronic Sinusitis Naturally
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Irrigating the nasal passages with saline may help to break up thick mucus.Clean water and water bubbles in blue image by Suto Norbert from Fotolia.com
Irrigate the nasal passages with a saline solution four times daily, for as long as is required until symptoms resolve. According to Dr. Ahmet Karadag and colleagues who published an article in the scientific journal "Chest" in 2003, saline nasal irrigation helps to break up mucus and clear the nasal passageways of discharge, providing a treatment that is easier and safer than antibiotics--especially for children and seniors. Nasal irrigation can be performed with a Neti pot purchased from a pharmacy or health food store and following the recommended instructions. - 2
Echinacea can help to stimulate immune function.flotte biene 2 image by Markus Haselb??ck from Fotolia.com
Take 2000 mg of echinacea angustifolia root extract once daily with meals. Echinacea angustifolia contains plant chemicals which help to stimulate the immune system, increasing white blood cells in the body that naturally fight infection. According to Kerry Bone in his book "The Clinical Guide to Blending Liquid Herbs," this dosage of echinacea angustifolia extract is recommended for treating upper respiratory infections such as influenza, the common cold, acute and chronic sinusitis, respiratory catarrh and bronchitis. Echinacea can be taken as a capsule, pill, tea or tincture. - 3
Wasabi and horseradish may help to liquefy mucus in the nasal passages.geriebene wasabi meerettich wurzel image by Lucky Dragon from Fotolia.com
Increase dietary intake of foods rich in aromatic plant chemicals called mustard oil glycosides. Some food sources of these mustard oil glycosides include mustard seeds, wasabi, horseradish, red and white onions, garlic and ginger. According to Henry Osiecki in his book "The Physician's Book of Clinical Nutrition," when eaten daily, these foods will help to relieve congestion and liquefy viscous mucus in the nasal passageways. Osiecki states these foods, particularly onions and garlic, can also be applied to the cheeks and sinuses as a poultice for 20 minutes at a time. - 4
Vitamins help to provide the immune system with everything it needs.vitamins image by Wojciech Gajda from Fotolia.com
Take a multivitamin supplement daily, choosing one with high levels of vitamin A, vitamin C, B-complex and zinc. According to author Henry Osiecki, these are nutrients are required by the body to defend itself from infection and keep the immune system healthy. Take multivitamins as directed on their label and avoid exceeding the recommended dosages. - 5
Manuka honey is active against a range of bacteria.honey image by Pontus Edenberg from Fotolia.com
Consume 3 tsp. of manuka honey (UMF+25) each day before a meal. According to Dr. Talal Alandejani and colleagues from the University of Ottawa, manuka honey may be effective in killing bacteria that cause chronic sinus infections. Their study, published in the journal "Otolaryngology" in 2008, showed manuka was more effective than some types of antibiotics at killing these bacteria, and worked well against antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as MRSA.
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