Nasopharyngitis

See also : flu

Symptoms

See also : Sinus Infections

Home remedies

• The Allium family of vegetables, which includes onions, garlic, leeks and scallions, are known to have beneficial effects on the cardiovascular and immune systems, as well as anti-diabetic and anti-cancer effects.
• Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold and clear the sinuses.
• Cayenne works to boost energy by improving circulation. It is also effective to help ward off cold, Sinus Infections, and Sore Throat. It even helps reduce pain and inflammation.
• Oils that contain anti-bacterial, anti-viral properties and treat respiratory problems include eucalyptus, ginger, cypress, lemon, cedarwood, tea tree and lavender. Place a few drops of essential oil of choice into a large bowl of boiling water, cover your head with a towel and inhale. Don't get too close as steam can burn the nasal passages.
• Thyme Tea is often used to aid in treatment from the common cold, bronchitis, and coughs.
• Stir up some ginger tea to get rid of throat and nose congestion. And when there’s a nip in the air, the warming benefits of this tasty tea are even greater!
• Elderberries have been employed in European folk medicine since antiquity for lots of illnesses from arthritis and asthma to colds and constipation. Elderberry is an antiviral herb that has been proven to reduce the symptoms of colds and flus
• White Pine Bark is an astringent, expectorant, and circulatory stimulant. It can be used as an inhalant for bronchitis, laryngitis, and respiratory congestion
• a traditional Chinese medicinal tea composed of fennel, flax, and fenugreek, is known to help treat coughs and colds, mucus buildup, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Crohn's Disease.
• If you cough consider performing a eucalyptus steam inhalation to help relieve nasal congestion and sinus congestion.
• Zinc is necessary for a healthy immune system.
• Echinacea is a popular herb used to reduce the symptoms and duration of the common cold.
• Yin Qiao is the premier Chinese herbal formula for treating the initial stages of colds and flu.
• The most commonly indicated homeopathic medicine for the first stage of colds with watery nasal discharge is Allium cepa. Children often respond well to homeopathic Pulsatilla, especially if the nasal discharge is becoming a little thicker.
• medicinal mushrooms, such as the Shiitake and the Reishi mushrooms can help in boosting the immune system, thereby preventing the development of colds or flu.
• Black Pepper combined with tamarind, boil them with water and butter and ingesting the concoction to help relieve the symptoms of colds and flu. Another way is by mixing lemon juice, honey and black pepper and taking the mixture three times a day for one day to help starve cold.
• Yogurt : Lactobacillus casei, actually give several health benefits to an individual. One of which is protection from viruses that causes colds and flu.
• selenium can work preventive.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.