Affluent Savvy
Affluent Savvy
Photo: Artem Podrez
Steam adds moisture to the air, helps to moisten your sinus passages, and thins out mucus that may have thickened over time. Take a hot shower and breathe in the steam to reduce pressure. You can also use a humidifier for more long-term relief.
Myth Number 2: Spiders want to bite you “Spiders really have no interest in biting people, unlike a lot of other arthropods like mosquitos and...
Read More »
Cancers “Cancers are the mothers of the zodiac—they are mother to everything and everyone,” Angel says. “They're generally shy people but come...
Read More »
The simple yet scientifically proven Wealth DNA method laid out in the report allows you to effortlessly start attracting the wealth and abundance you deserve.
Learn More »Sinus drainage You know the feeling. Your nose is either plugged or like a leaky faucet, and your head feels like it’s in a vise. It feels better to keep your eyes closed because they’re puffy and sore. And your throat feels like you swallowed nails. Sinus problems can be uncomfortable. However, there are effective remedies, from chicken soup to compresses, that you can use to alleviate the pain and discomfort of sinus issues. 1. Water, water everywhere Drink fluids and run a humidifier or vaporizer. Why is this important? Fluids and humidification help to thin mucus and drain your sinuses. They also lubricate your sinuses and keep your skin hydrated. Hot beverages, like herbal tea, can be especially hydrating. Hot beverages also provide an extra benefit from the steam. 2. Nasal irrigation Share on Pinterest South_agency/Getty Images Nasal irrigation is very effective at relieving nasal congestion and irritation. Saline irrigation simply means gently flushing out your nasal passages with a saline solution. You can do this with special squeeze bottles, bulb syringes, or a neti pot. A neti pot is an inexpensive apparatus that looks like Aladdin’s lamp. The saline mixture is available prepackaged. You can also make your own by following these steps: Mix 3 teaspoons of iodine-free salt with 1 teaspoon of baking soda to create a dry mixture. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of the dry mixture in 1 cup (8 fluid ounces) of distilled, sterilized, or filtered water. To capture the liquid, you will want to irrigate your sinuses while standing over a sink or basin. Pour, spray, or squirt a liberal amount of the solution into one nostril while tilting your head, so it flows out the other nostril. Do this with each nostril. It also flushes away bacteria and irritants. Be sure to thoroughly clean your neti pot after each use, as bacteria can build up inside. In addition, never use straight tap water as this may contain bacteria that can infect your sinuses. If you do use tap water, be sure to boil it beforehand. 3. Steam Steam helps relieve congestion by loosening mucus. Give yourself a steam treatment using a bowl of hot water and a large towel. Add menthol, camphor, or eucalyptus oils to the water, if you like. Place the towel over your head, so it falls along the sides of the bowl, trapping the steam inside. Most people do this until the steam dissipates. The steam from a hot shower can also work but is a less concentrated experience. 4. Chicken soup One older 2000 study found that chicken soup reduces inflammation associated with sinus congestion and colds. So what’s the secret? Scientists haven’t identified the active ingredient in chicken soup, but they speculate that the steam combined with the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of the soup’s ingredients are what help clear the sinuses.
Joshua and Caleb were the two spies who brought back a good report and believed that God would help them succeed. They were the only men from their...
Read More »
Here are some foods that attract mice: Sweet Fruits and Berries. Pet Food. Nuts. Nearly Any Kind of Meat. Grains and Seeds. Plants. Dinner...
Read More »
The simple yet scientifically proven Wealth DNA method laid out in the report allows you to effortlessly start attracting the wealth and abundance you deserve.
Learn More »5. Warm and cold compresses Rotating warm and cold compresses on your sinuses should also help. Lay back with a warm compress draped across your nose, cheeks, and forehead for three minutes. Remove the warm compress and replace it with a cold compress for 30 seconds. Do this two to three times. You can repeat this process two to six times each day. 6. Manuka honey Honey may be a good alternative when a bacterial infection is causing your sinus congestion. Some research suggests that honey has antibacterial properties. Manuka honey, in particular, has many therapeutic uses . Try adding manuka honey to a cup of warm herbal tea. Causes of sinus trouble Your sinus trouble can be caused by a number of things, including sinusitis and rhinitis. Sinusitis is an infection that causes inflammation and swelling of your sinuses. The 2015 clinical practice guidelines from the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) state that a viral or bacterial infection can cause acute rhinosinusitis. Viral infections can’t be treated with antibiotics, but bacterial infections can. Chronic sinusitis is an inflammatory condition that normally lasts more than three months . Nasal polyps, which are noncancerous growths, can accompany chronic sinusitis. If you have allergic rhinitis, your immune system triggers the release of histamines that irritate your nasal membranes. This leads to congestion and sneezing. Allergic rhinitis can lead to sinusitis. When to see your doctor It’s time to see your doctor if you experience: symptoms that last longer than 10 days
So, to answer the question, we believe having one to one-and-a-half times your income saved for retirement by age 35 is a reasonable target. It's...
Read More »
The 5 most powerful zodiac signs are Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and Capricorn. Even if your zodiac sign doesn't rank in the top five, you...
Read More »
The simple yet scientifically proven Wealth DNA method laid out in the report allows you to effortlessly start attracting the wealth and abundance you deserve.
Learn More »
Most of today's millionaires weren't born into their wealth, research shows. A 2019 study published by Wealth-X found that around 68% of those with...
Read More »
The simple yet scientifically proven Wealth DNA method laid out in the report allows you to effortlessly start attracting the wealth and abundance you deserve.
Learn More »
The Best Items to Flip for Profit show Clearance Items. Bed-in-a-Box Mattress Returns. Furniture. Sports Memorabilia. Sports and Exercise...
Read More »