Welcome to the third part of my “Essential Home Remedies”
series of articles. I’ve already talked about skincare (here)
and stomach problems (here),
and today we’re moving up to the head area to talk about sinuses. Got one of
these problems? Check out these awesome remedies:
Cold or Flu:
Been there, done that. But I never knew that grapefruit could make a difference. Yep, that delicious pink fruit
can help you feel way better in no time. Cut a grapefruit into quarters (don’t
peel it), place it in a pot filled with water, and heat it to just under a
boil. Stir, adding a tablespoon of honey. Pour the mixture into a mug and drink
it as a cup of tea. There is vitamin C and flavonoids in the fruit and rind
that will help boost your immune system. Plus, the honey and warmth will make
your sore throat feel better.
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| Fresh grapefruit tea will help boost your immune system and make your throat feel better. Image: prevention.com |
Nasal Congestion:
The key to getting rid of nasal congestion is getting out any mucus or pollen
that might be clogging it up. This can be done using a nasal saline solution
from the store, or with a homemade one. Just dissolve a teaspoon of salt in one
cup of water, then use a bulb syringe to squirt the liquid up each nostril.
This should provide some instant relief, even if it doesn’t make your cold or
allergies go away.
Seasonal
Allergies: Itchy eyes, runny noses, and sneezing sure have a way of
ruining the beautiful spring weather. While there’s no “cure” for seasonal
allergies, sufferers can get some relief by using butterbur supplements three
times per day. Researchers in Switzerland found that the butterbur worked just
as well as antihistamines but didn’t have the side effect of drowsiness.
As with the previous articles on home remedies, these are
just suggestions to consider. Before treating yourself, be sure to consult with
your doctor or other licensed health professional.
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