Home Remedies for Sinus Infections

Whether you’ve developed a cold that turned into sinusitis or suffer from allergen related inflammation and congestion of the sinuses, there are home remedies for sinus infections that can help clear up this problem naturally.

One of the first things many of us do when we feel that aching pressure in our faces is assume that we have a sinus infection and run to the doctor for antibiotics. Wouldn’t it be nice to not have to go anywhere outside your home to find relief? With these home remedies you’ll treat your sinus infection and feel better quickly without harsh drugs or expensive medical bills.

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Best Home Remedies For Sinus Infections

Stay hydrated

Infusion Water Bottle Leak Proof Flip-top Sport Water Bottle BPA-Free Tritan 25 Oz (Purple) When you’re snotty, sneezing and feel like your face is going to explode from sinus pressure, your first step is to tackle the symptoms. Hydrate your body. Drink water, sugar free juice, clear broth and hot teas. This will help thin the mucus in your sinus cavity and help promote drainage. Keep in mind that the thick mucus trapped in your sinuses is what causes you pain and leads to more severe infections as the bacteria becomes trapped and grows. It is very important to get the mucus thinned out and moving.

Use essential oils to clear sinuses

As your body takes advantage of the extra hydration, apply a bit of Lavender essential oil to your face and massage it into your sinus areas (around the nose and forehead). Another way to use essential oils to help relieve sinus infection symptoms is to put a few drops of Eucalyptus or Peppermint oil in a bowl of hot, almost boiling water, then drape a towel over your head and inhale the steam. Both of these oils are great for opening up sinuses, reducing inflammation and have antibacterial properties.

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You can also make yourself a bath steamer out of baking soda, citric acid, arrowroot powder and essential oils (Eucalyptus & Camphor work great!) or a bath bomb with your favorite clearing oils and enjoy a nice long shower or bath.  If you’d rather not make these yourself, Etsy has plenty of them. This is just one of them.

Use a neti pot to clear up mucus

Some folks swear by a neti pot to clear out all kinds of sinus buildup. Personally I think it feels like drowning, but it definitely does get things moving. You may be surprised at just how much mucus is built up in your nasal cavities and sinuses.

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Take vitamin C to strengthen your immune system

Once you’ start to loosen up the terrible sinus pressure and relieve the irritation and pain in your sinus cavities, next step is to fight off infection. Increase your Vitamin C intake. Take advantage of the antibiotic, antiviral and antifungal properties of Oregano oil by adding an organic oregano oil soft gel to your diet. This will bolster your immunity and help destroy the bacteria that is causing your sinus infection in the first place.

Home remedies for sinus infections work really well

While some people prefer a doctor’s prescription, home remedies have been around for centuries. Herbs, oils, roots, and plants have been used to make teas, poultices, clean wounds and provide all sorts of relief from aches, pains and illnesses.

They are tried and true practices that have kept generations of families healthy. Take the time to look into some home remedies next time you feel a sinus infection coming on. You may save yourself the expense and hassle of a doctor’s visit.

Here are a couple more home remedies for sinus infections from Etsy:

This menthol stick is great for relieving pressure and clearing out the nasal passages.

And if you have kids, or you are more sensitive, these sinus relief melt shots are perfect to have around.

Here’s to feeling better soon!