Feeling under the weather is never enjoyable. However, coming down with a sinus infection can make anyone feel absolutely miserable. The pressure, pain, and the overall discomfort can be too much to bear, so it’s understandable that many rush to the doctor to get it treated. While taking antibiotics for sinus pain and infections is unnecessary, there are a variety of simple sinus infection remedies you can try first to see what gives you the relief you need until you can see a doctor.
When you get too much mucus built up in the cavities behind your face, they can become swollen and inflamed, causing you a great deal of pain and discomfort. Luckily these alternative sinus infection remedies can help soothe your nose and get the mucus flowing again.
Use a Neti Pot or a Sinus Rinse
Using a sinus rinse and a neti pot is a great way to clear out your sinuses so you can breathe better, especially when you have a bad case of nasal congestion. Allergens and other irritants are washed away, while mucus is thinned out, making you feel less stuffy.
Take Quercetin
You may not have heard of quercetin, but this natural plant compound is a healthy antioxidant that can help stabilize the histamine producing cells in the body. The suggested oral dose is 400-500 mg, and it can be taken up to three times per day.
Warm-Up
Inhaling steam is a great way to warm up and moisturize your sinus passageways. Standing in a hot shower, or standing over a large bowl with a towel over your head, is highly effective and can help moisturize your sinus passageways.
Yoga
Yoga is an excellent way to stay flexible and limber, and can even help you drain mucus from your sinuses. While particular poses work better than others, the supported reclined cobbler’s yoga pose is an excellent one to try for relief.
Aromatherapy
There is no magic cure with aromatherapy, but it does smell fantastic and can even help open up the respiratory tract. If you are looking for a way to keep your home smelling great, yet keep the respiratory tract open, add some peppermint or eucalyptus to a diffuser or aromatherapy machine.
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