Natural treatments are extremely effective at relieving post-nasal drip and rhinitis.
Post-nasal drip is normally due to rhinitis. Mucus gathers at the back of the throat and nasal passages and drips down the back of the throat leading to a sore throat and cough (which can be chronic). Post-nasal drip is usually the result of excessive mucus production, the prevention of proper sinus drainage and thicker than normal mucus.
The following can increase thin mucus secretions;- sinus allergies, viruses such as the common cold, spicy food, certain types of food, hormone changes, the side effects of drugs, deviated nasal septum and other structural abnormalities, vasomotor rhinitis, cold temperatures.
When the fluid content of the mucus is reduced this thickens it, giving the impression there are more secretions than normal. Thickened secretions can be caused by ;- sinus infections, irritants in the environment, foreign bodies, deviated nasal septum and other structural abnormalities, old age, the side effects of drugs, problems with hormone levels, low humidity levels.
These proven natural remedies have helped many people improve their rhinitis and post nasal drip.
Stay away from allergens and irritants – Avoid pollen, tobacco smoke, dust etc. whenever possible and take preventative measures to reduce these within your home environment.
Nasal sprays containing natural ingredients – SinuSoothe is 100% natural and has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-histamine, anti-allergenic, anti-inflammatory. expectorant, decongestant and pain relieving properties. It is doctor recommended to treat sinus infections, allergic and non-allergic rhinitis and nasal spray addiction. It is completely safe and non -addictive. It provides a long term solution for many sinus conditions.
Saline nasal sprays – Nasal sprays containing saline solution (isotonic or hypertonic) can be used to relieve a blocked nose and flush out allergens.
Sinus irrigation – Using a saline solution (isotonic or hypertonic) the sinuses can be flushed free of irritants, allergens and nasal congestion. A neti-pot or similar device can be used.
Natural anti-histamines – Chronic sinusitis caused by allergies would benefit from these. Quercetin and butterbur can be just as effective as OTC anti-histamines but without their side effects. Your local health food store should be able to advise you on these and others. It usually takes about 4 weeks for these to start taking effect.
Improve immune function – Improving immune function by supplementing a healthy diet with vitamins and minerals improves the allergy response mechanism and ability to fight viral and bacterial infections. Vitamin C, B complex, garlic and zinc are all excellent.
Natural anti-inflammatories- Since the symptoms of chronic sinusitis are caused by inflammation it follows that by reducing inflammation you will reduce the severity of the symptoms. Omega 3,6 &9 oils, vitamin C, turmeric and ginger are all excellent natural anti-inflammatories. There are plenty of others and your local health food store should be able to advise you on these. It usually takes about 4 weeks for these to start taking effect.
Pollen barriers – Pollen barriers such as special barrier gel inside the nostrils can catch pollen before it enters the nasal passages thus relieving hay fever symptoms.
As with all medical conditions you should consult your doctor before undertaking new treatments.
Want to find out more about post-nasal drip or natural nasal sprays then visit Julia Cooper Davidson’s site at SinuSoothe where she is always glad to lend a helping hand. Julia is one of the world’s foremost experts in the treatment of sinus conditions.
