How Do You Treat Sinus Congestion By Draining Or Flushing?
Sinus congestion, otherwise known as sinusitis, can be a daily nuisance; if infection has settled in, that nuisance may become a more serious issue. The practice of washing the nasal cavities—nasal irrigation or nasal lavage—has been around for centuries but is gaining in popularity as an effective way to drain the sinuses of congestion and flush out offending irritants, such as pollen, pet dander or allergens. According to Dr. Mehmet Oz, a cardiothoracic surgeon and author of multiple health books, washing the sinuses with warm saline solution improves a variety of nasal problems. A neti pot, a small vessel with a spout that easily introduces warm salt water to the nasal cavities, simplifies the process of nasal irrigation. Heat 8 oz. of distilled water to a comfortably warm, but not hot, temperature. Pour the heated water into the neti pot. Add the baking soda and salt to the water; stir well, until dissolved. Test the water to ensure a comfortable temperature; water that is too
