Could one add an anti fungal such as grape seed extract to the saline solution for better results?
A. I see no objection to adding grape seed extract to the irrigation. It will take me some time to evaluate the result of this addition. Q. After using your nasal irrigator I have the urge to blow my nose-is this a good thing to do? Does it clean out the nostrils of bacteria, allergens etc. or does blowing my nose dry it out again? A. After you irrigate, your sinuses contain the saline solution. This solution has displaced the mucus, bacteria, etc. that was in the sinus. Usually the cilia start to move as a result of the pulsation and this is why 20 or more minutes later the saline comes out. This is very desirable. It shows the saline went where you want it to go . Q. I noticed you don’t recommend steam inhalation for sinus relief why? I have always found when I have a cold, a steam inhalation with eucalyptus was helpful. A. Steam inhalation does bring circulation to the area, but hot steam can inactivate the cilia and if the nose has swollen membranes, the steam keeps the moisture in
