Breathe Easy

I have a history of getting sinus infections.

In fact, I limit my dairy consumption,

as it is known to be a problem for anyone who suffers with sinus issues.

A doctor once told me that because of the bouts of sinusitis in the past,

I will never regain my sense of smell.

A sinus infection is more than just a clogged or dripping nose.

It affects folks in different ways.

In my case, I have difficulty breathing through my nose, yes,

but my main complaint is fatigue.

Being stricken with a sinus infection just 

wears 

me 

out.

In the past I have had to take antibiotics to knock it out of my system.

Always looking for a more natural way to handle illness,

a friend recommended that I try a sinus rinse.

This is different than a Neti Pot, which I tried in the past without much success.

This particular kit came with a bottle with a spray nozzle

and about 30 packets of saline solution to use with it.

I've been using it regularly for about 2 months now,

and I have to say that it has made a difference.

(Can I just say that I miss the simple days 
of being able to jump into bed without having to do a thing?

Wash face, brush teeth and you were done.

After 50, [and I'm well beyond that], 
there is a whole routine that must take place 
in order to be able to go to bed at night.

Who's with me on this?)

I still have a deviated septum, which makes breathing clearly a challenge,

but for the most part, my respiration seems improved.

I didn't want to keep buying those packets of solution,

(packaging concerns and costs add up),

so I found a recipe that I'm happy to pass along.

Even if you don't suffer with sinus infections,

it's a natural way to deal with allergies or colds.

Hope it helps you breathe a little easier!

Saline Solution for Allergies

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1/4 baking soda

8 ounces distilled water

Combine ingredients in squeeze bottle, shake,

and discharge into one nostril at a time.

Be sure to allow solution to drip out

and then gently blow your nose.

May be used several times a day.

~~~~~~~

Dr. Tieraona Low Dog has 

many other suggestions for dealing with seasonal allergies

using natural approaches.

You can find her website here.