Nasal Spray Addiction What is nasal spray addiction? Nasal spray addiction is caused by rebound congestion, otherwise known as rhinitis medicamentosa. The purpose of a nasal decongestant is to constrict the blood vessels in your nose in order to open space in the airways and reduce congestion. When you have a cold, allergies, sinus infection, etc., the blood vessels of
How to Deal with Allergies While Traveling Summer is officially here, the heat is on, and you may have travel plans coming up. The last thing anyone wants on their vacation is for allergies to put a damper on the fun. If you generally have sinus issues, asthma, or are sensitive to dry air, you are probably already familiar with
The History of the Neti Pot Have you ever looked at a neti pot and wondered, “What is this strangely shaped tea pot for and who came up with it?” The neti pot is the oldest form of nasal irrigation and was developed as an ayurvedic yoga tradition in ancient India. The word “neti” means “nasal cleansing” and comes from
Eat Right! Fend Off Your Allergies the Natural Way Did you know that eating right and exercising regularly can help reduce allergy attacks? What should you eat? You should eat a diet that is rich in foods that support the immune system and inhibit the inflammatory response. This includes whole foods, rather than processed foods, such as fruits, vegetables,
How to Deal with Allergies in the Summer The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, and you can’t stop blowing you’re stuffy nose?? If you thought your allergies were going to disappear with the end of spring and the onset of summer, guess again! You may be cured of your runny nose, itchy eyes, and incessant sneezing, but the