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Turmeric and Neti Pots Help Sinus Infections and Chronic Sinusitis
(NaturalNews) Using turmeric or salt inhalation with a neti pot and
using simple steam inhalation can treat sinus infections.
Sinusitis, also known as rhinosinusitis, is an infection or inflammation of the lining of
the sinus cavities in the nose. This condition affects more than 40 million Americans
annually. Sinusitis can be caused by colds, flu or allergies. Diseases such as bacterial
infections also cause sinusitis, reports the University of Maryland Medical Center. Sinus
infections can be painful, leading to headaches and work impairment. The American Academy
of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology reports that sinusitis causes a loss of four
workdays per year, causing employers to list sinusitis as one of the top ten medical
conditions.
Turmeric Reduces Sinus Inflammation
Gargling with turmeric can help
heal a sinus infection and reduce
chronic sinus inflammation. The
active ingredient in turmeric, known as curcumin, helps heal the sinus cavity. The herb
turmeric has been used in Indian cuisine, Ayurvedic Indian medicine, and Chinese medicine for
thousands of years. The University of California reports that turmeric has an
anti-inflammatory action. Further recent research showed that turmeric also has
antibiotic and antiviral health
effects. The University of Michigan adds that turmeric reduces inflammation by lowering
histamine levels. The Brain Research Institute at UCLA reports that the National Institute
of Health has funded over eight studies on this herb, further evidence of this plant's
efficacy.
Saline Drainage Heals Sinus Inflammation
Irrigating the sinuses with salt helps
reduce sinus pressure and sinusitis, suggests the Mayo Clinic. Its site recommends the use
of a neti pot to rinse the sinuses. A neti pot is used to pour a salt solution into the
nostrils to clear the sinuses of mucous blockage. A cup of warm water with a half teaspoon of salt may be
inhaled while holding one nostril closed. This technique of saline inhalation has a long
history in Ayurvedic medicine where it has been used for thousands of years.
Steam Inhalation Opens Sinuses and Reduces Sinusitis
Inhaling steam can open the sinuses and reduce sinusitis. This can be accomplished by
placing a towel over the head while inhaling from a bowl of hot water. A simpler method is
to stand in a hot shower; however, this doesn't direct the steam to the sinuses as
specifically as using a towel over a bowl.
Sinus infections can be simply
treated by the above methods but if symptoms
persist or become severe, consult with your health advisors. (Natural News,
8.30.2010, Melanie Grimes, citizen journalist) http://www.naturalnews.com/029600_neti_pot_sinus_infections.html
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