A Tea Pot for Your Nose?
Posted: May 23rd, 2011
Neti Pots: Rinse Your Nose for Sinus Health!
Does the idea of putting water up your nose on purpose sound crazy? It is actually an amazing way to keep the sinuses in top condition! And remember, your sinuses are the gateway to your lungs and respiratory system. Using a neti pot (like a little tea pot for the nose) is an excellent way to clear congestion and pressure in the sinuses. Neti pots are useful for sinus infections, colds and flu, chronic congestion, particulate in the air, allergies, hay fever, some sore throats and even ear infections.
How to Use a Neti Pot:
- Fill the neti pot with 1 cup warm water (or herbal tea).
- Add 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, rock salt or kosher salt (NOT table salt) and stir until dissolved.
- Add herbal an herbal extract or aloe vera juice if desired.
- Bend over the sink and tilt your head to one side, placing the spout of the neti pot in the upper nostril, letting the water run out the lower nostril.
- After using half of the pot, repeat on the other side.
- This process can be done 1 – 2 times a day.
Recommended Reading: The Neti Pot for Better Health, by Warren Jefferson
Article Categories: Natural Body Care, Natural Health Topics