Sinus Infection
Description : An inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses can lead to mucus buildup, pain and pressure in the forehead and cheeks. It sometimes causes infections as well.
Symptoms : Common signs include facial pain or pressure, nasal congestion, and thick nasal discharge. Headaches, loss of smell, and coughing due to postnasal drip are also prevalent. Additionally, individuals may experience facial swelling, fatigue, sore throat, and bad breath. It's crucial to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and suitable treatment, as these symptoms can overlap with other conditions.
Root Causes : In TCM, it’s caused by lung dampness, which often stems fro weak digestion.
Our Recommendation : Try having oregano a couple drops per day, dropped on tongue. See if after a week it persists. Next would be to add a probiotic pill to the diet each week. Try using Echinacea tea to help eliminate the sinus issue.
Foods That Harm : Sugar, fruit juices, dairy, egg whites, refined flour, grains, bananas, dried fruit, tofu, pork, raw veggies.
Foods That Heal : Leafy greens, broccoli, carrots, celery, asparagus, squash, pumpkin, vitamin C rich foods (goji, kiwi, citrus, pineapple), fermented foods, miso, chickpeas, bone broth, chicken, wild-caught fish, garlic, onions, thyme, sage, oregano oil, ginger
Natural Remedies :
Grapefruit Seed Extract Nasal Spray - Fights infection.
Echinacea - Clears mucus and strengthens immunity.
Stinging Nettle - Acts as a natural antihistamine.
Bromelain & Quercetin - Natural anti-inflammatories that improve sinusitis.
Oregano Oil - Fight off infection with anti-viral and bacterial properties, clears sinuses, and is a natural anti-histamine.
Other Remedies : Clear sinuses with a neti pot. Get 9 to 10 hours of sleep a night. Use a humidifier to reduce congestion. Astralagus and probiotics strengthen digestion which can prevent chronic problems.
Oregano Oil
Echinacea Tea
Probiotic