Guide To Using A Neti Pot Correctly

Cleaning A Neti Pot

One of the most important parts of using a neti pot safely includes an individual cleaning it properly after every time they use it. Neti pots, like toothbrushes, should not be shared because certain bacteria can remain alive and be passed to the next individual who uses it. While exact instructions can vary between different neti pot manufacturers, the protocol for cleaning them generally starts with cleaning the pot with antibacterial soap and distilled, boiled, or sterile water. It is important that all soap residue is washed out of the neti pot and it is hand dried. When washing the neti pot, an individual should pay extra attention to the region where the pot meets the spout, as it is easy for salt to accumulate in this area. Any buildup in the neti pot can provide a favorable environment for the growth of a harmful pathogen that can be passed into the nasal cavities during use. Colonized pathogens that produce an infection in an individual's nasal cavity can spread into their sinuses, pharynx, and other parts of their body.

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