How to Keep Your Sinuses Clear

Most of us has at one time or another suffered from sinus problems. This could be caused by allergies, a cold, or flu or even a fungal infection.

But whatever the cause of your sinusitis, it's important to get some quick relief. Because a sinus infection can greatly affect your quality of life.

This article on how to keep your sinuses clear, contains several helpful tips to get fast relief from the pain and congestion of sinusitis.

Instructions

• 1

  Flush your nasal cavities with with warm salt water. This helps by moistening nasal passages and also helps to remove germs and bacteria. A neti-pot or bulb syringe works well for this.

• 2

  Steam your sinuses. This can either be done by taking a hot shower or by draping a towel over your head and breathing in the steam from a hot bowl of water. Adding a drop of two eucalyptus oil can also be helpful.

• 3

  Apply warm moist compresses to your face, this will help to relieve some of the pain and pressure.

• 4

  Use a humidifier. Warm dry air can make sinus problems worse so it's always a good idea to use a humidifier during the winter. For best results try to keep your humidity levels between 30-45%. Higher levels could cause problems with mold and mildew.