Home remedies for stuffy nose

Written by nabanita on November 27th, 2009

A stuffy nose is basically the prime symptom when some in prone to allergies or gets a cold or flu. Though there are many allopathic remedies to cure stuffy nose home remedies are the best as they provide nourishment as well as cure the ailment. Here are a few of the proven home remedies for stuffy nose conditions.

- Basically to reduce the conditions try to cut down on wheat products as well as dairy products.

- Increase the consumption of vitamin C as well as zinc and increase your intake of water to help you be hydrated all the time.

- The best remedy for this condition is to consume a lot of hot liquids like soups and broth. Grandmother’s chicken soup is one of the best remedies for this ailment.

- To get rid of the mucus in your nose try hot water steam. The procedure is simple. Pour hot water in a basin and keep your head over the container covered with a towel. For added comfort you can also add a little nasal decongestant spray/ eucalyptus oil to the water. Do this for about 10 minutes every day and you will see the results.

- Usage of a neti pot is also very beneficial as it help loosen the mucus thus allowing it to be removed with ease.

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