Natural Remedies for Sinus Infections
December 11, 2007
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Allergies, nasal irritants and colds can all trigger sinus trouble. There are herbal remedies that may provide relief, here are just a few:
Garlic
Garlic kills bacteria and fungi. No matter which one is causing your sinus infection, garlic can help. It is best used fresh but the cloves must be crushed in order to obtain maximum effectiveness.
If you can’t stand to eat raw garlic, you could juice a couple of cloves and add the juice to a more palatable vegetable juice.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Many people find apple cider vinegar effective in helping to prevent sinus infections. Drinking 1/8 to 1/4 cup per day diluted in water thins the mucus, making it less likely that an infection will form. If you already have an infection this can help increase drainage and decrease congestion.
Grapefruit Seed Extract
Grapefruit seed extract is a powerful herbal antibiotic. It must be diluted in warm water before use. You can make a nasal spray out of it and use it every hour or two.
You can also dilute grapefruit seed extract and use it in a neti pot. A neti pot is a ceramic pot that is used to flush out the sinuses.
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