Best Foods To Clear Sinuses

Peppers And Chilies

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Hot peppers, like hot sauce, contain a compound known as capsaicin that improves symptoms of congestion and gets mucus moving. Capsaicin is responsible for the heat in hot peppers, and it's also a natural pain reliever. These types of peppers and chilies are excellent for reducing inflammation and clearing your sinuses. Many different kinds of peppers contain the compound, though the most effective and spiciest peppers are chilies. Our bodies reaction to ingestion of hot peppers and chilies usually includes watery eyes and a runny nose, both of which help open nasal airways and release clogged mucus. You can consume the peppers raw, pickled, or by sprinkling some cayenne or chili flakes directly on top of your favorite foods.

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Tea

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A cup of hot tea is a natural remedy for stuffy noses and congestion. Hot beverages are excellent for moistening mucus membranes and clearing the sinuses, as the steam and warmth relaxes the sinuses and eases congestion by loosening and releasing mucus. Drinking hot beverages promotes the movement of mucus by hydrating nasal airways and breaking down mucus. Sipping hot drinks also helps soothe soreness in the throat and chest tightness associated with congestion. Green tea and herbal choices like peppermint or chamomile are among the best choices for relieving symptoms of sinusitis. Add some honey to ease the soreness in your throat and to get a boost from its antimicrobial and antioxidant effects as well.

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