Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated: November 7, 2016, 10:39 PM
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Tried of all the natural remedies from your grandma's medicine cabinet to fight that nagging headache due to sinusitis? Well, this time, invest in some essential oils to help you get rid of sinusitis in a natural way. Try out these natural remedies today.
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Peppermint oil: Boil two cups of water and add 2- 3 drops of peppermint essential oil to it. Inhale the steam for a minute and repeat it for 4 - 5 times to get rid of sinusitis. Peppermint has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antibacterial and antihistamine effects, which help in clearing inflammation in the nose [1].
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Lavender oil: One of the most commonly used essential oils, lavender oil not only exerts a soothing and calming effect on the mind and body but also helps in relieving sinusitis. It contains monoterpenes and oxides which are antiseptic, decongestant and anti-inflammatory for cold, flu, sinusitis and throat infection [2]. It can be used in inhalations or massage or bath application.
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Tea tree oil: A pale yellow coloured liquid, tea tree essential oil has antiviral, antibacterial and antiseptic properties. You can put a drop or two on a clean cloth and sniff to deal with sinusitis and headache [3]. It not only alleviates symptoms of cold but also clears clogged sinuses. So try this oil if you can't bear that headache.
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Eucalyptus oil: If you are tired of trying all the natural remedies to clear clogged nose and treat sinusitis, then add a few drops of eucalyptus oil to a litre of hot water and inhale the steam. This will help because eucalyptus oils contain cineole, a terpenoid oxide, which has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and decongestant propeties, thereby helping to treat nasal congestion, cough and sore throat in addition to sinusitis [4].
