Stuffy Nose Home Remedies

Having a stuffy nose is no fun! What causes a stuffy nose? Cold and flus and allergies are some of the main culprits. And nasal congestion can certainly be a detriment to getting a good night's sleep. Having a stuffy nose forces you to breathe through your mouth which can lead to chapped lips, a dry throat, or even a sore throat.

There are plenty of products available in stores that are sold to relieve stuffy noses. Most of them are not cheap and many of them don't work as well as they claim to.

There are home remedies that are effective in clearing or relieving stuffy noses. And they work effectively without the high cost and side effects of store-bought medications.

Acupressure

Placing pressure at the right points on the cheekbones can open nasal passage and relieve a stuffy nose. Using your index fingers, press the areas at the bottom of the cheekbones, directly below your pupils. Place pressure on those locations while gently pressing up toward the eyes at the same time. Do this for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Repeat several times a day.

Nasal Strips

Nasal strips, also called breathing strips, work wonders for some people. You place them on the bridge of the nose and the action of the strip trying to straighten lifts the sides of the nose, thus opening your nasal passages and allowing you to breathe easier. You can use them anytime, but you won't get funny looks from people if you just use them at bedtime.

Horseradish Sauce

If you are looking for instant relief from your stuffy nose, try a teaspoonful of horseradish sauce. Have you ever eaten spicy food and immediately experienced a runny nose? Well, a runny nose means your nose is no longer stuffy. And that's what horseradish does.

Hot Shower

For quick relief, take a hot shower. Steam promotes drainage of the mucous.

Source:

http://www.howcast.com/videos/179925-How-To-Relieve-a-Stuffy-Nose-With-Acupressure