How to Unplug Your Sinuses and Cure a Sinus Infection Without Putting a Hole in Your Nose

Sinuses stuffed up? That's no good! Mine are stuffed up, too! But I know exactly what to do in times like these.

I used to get intense sinusitis multiple times a year. I've been to countless doctors and after one medicine they prescribed me put a permanent hole in my septum, I started checking out other, less-damaging methods. The effectiveness of these more natural and less-costly treatments has amazed me, and I want to share them with you.

So here we go, let's un-stuff our sinuses together! Here's what to do:

Snort colloidal silver up your nose.

Colloidal silver is amazing. If you haven't heard of it, do yourself a favor and check it out.

I cut up a straw and snort a tablespoon of colloidal silver up my nose once or twice a day for about ten days. Symptoms digress within a couple days, and I'm usually completely cleared up within a week.

Sound weird? It is! But it's definitely worth it. Colloidal silver is a Godsend for people with sinus troubles.

Note #1: Follow the directions! Colloidal silver comes in many different strengths, and your bottle will probably vary from mine. Make sure you follow the directions and do not use more than recommended. This is some serious stuff!

Note #2: Colloidal silver does not turn your skin gray or blue or anything insane like that. See article in Resources section below for more information about The Blue Man Fraud.

Inhale eucalyptus oil steam.

Boil some water and pour into a bowl. Then add a few drops of eucalyptus oil into the steaming water. Put a towel over your head and move your face directly over the steam. Close your eyes and inhale deeply for about ten minutes. This can be done two to four times daily.

Eucalyptus oil can hit you hard, especially if you aren't used to it! But this is a really great way to open up your sinuses.

You can also add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to a hot shower if you're short on time, or just feel like taking a shower.

Another great nose-flusher is Xylitol. Xylitol helps stimulate our natural nasal cleansing system for better defenses against infections and irritants.

You should also consider using a neti pot. The practice of nasal cleansing - known as Neti - has been used by practitioners of Ayurveda and Yoga in India for thousands of years. Neti is one of the 6 purification techniques performed prior to practicing yoga as a way of preparing the body for the yoga practice.

Get the Gypsies on your side.

Herbal tea is another staple in healing sinus problems. My pick is the Gypsy Cold Care tea by Traditional Medicinals. I stumbled across this at a Kroger while feeling down on a trip out of town many years ago, and I've been using it ever since.

There are many great teas out there, and I suggest you find the one that works best for you. It isn't that hard, just go to your local store or shop online and see what grabs your attention.

Ride the snot away.

Exercise is a natural decongestant for common nasal stuffiness. Exercise helps the flow of oxygen into the cells and the flow of toxins out through sweat and deep breathing.

Whenever I feel some stuffiness coming on, I either ride my bike or just simply go for a walk. Exercise also helps shrink nasal membranes, and psychologically helps you feel better by taking your mind off of your troubles.

Vitamins and supplements to the rescue.

There's an endless list of vitamins and supplements to aid in sinus health. Here's what I use:

* Grape Seed Extract
* Echinacea
* Vitamin B-Complex
* Vitamin C
* Vitamin D

I use these both to prevent illness and to fight illness when it arrives.

But again, don't take my word for it - find what works best for you. Do some research and experiment. Your body will help you find what it needs to stay healthy.

Drink tons of water.

And by tons I mean eight to ten eight-ounce glasses a day. There are many different theories and guides to how much water you should consume each day, but the minimal is eight to ten eight-ounce glasses a day.

Water is essential at all times, but especially when you're sick. Also make sure to drink water right before bed. This seems to keep your sinuses in check and clear throughout the night, so you don't wake up with the nasty snot-nose we're all familiar with.

Note: Don't overdo it. You can die from water poisoning if you drink way too much. But if you stay around 80 ounces a day, you should be fine.

Strong mind, strong body.

There's a season for all things, and sickness happens for a reason. Use this time to take it easy and reflect on your life. Think of it as God's way of telling you to slow down and regroup.

There is an emotional aspect to every illness. A lot of times it's a buildup of blocked emotions (also called "stress") that will lead to illness.

Sinusitis can be a reaction to something or someone irritating around you! It is also considered the manifestation of unexpressed emotions.

So express what is on your mind. If not verbally, write it out! Learn to breathe deeply and fully. Your breath is your connection to relaxation and inner peace.

Metaphysical expert Louise Hay sees sinusitis as irritation towards one person. Usually someone close. Use her affirmation: "I declare peace and harmony surround me at all times!"
Additional Resources:

• Get Rid of a Stuffed or Runny Nose Without Drugs
• The Blue Man Fraud - Colloidal Silver Scare is a Hoax