Home remedies for a stuffy nose focus on clearing nasal passages and reducing inflammation using natural, evidence-based methods. Steam inhalation with essential oils like eucalyptus opens nasal airways, while saline rinses flush out mucus and allergens. Staying hydrated thins nasal secretions, and elevating the head during sleep promotes drainage. Spicy foods like horseradish stimulate mucus flow. These approaches, grounded in clinical studies, target congestion causes like allergies or infections effectively.
- Use a saline nasal spray to clear mucus.
- Inhale steam with eucalyptus for instant relief.
- Eat spicy foods like horseradish to stimulate drainage.
- Stay hydrated with warm herbal teas.
- Elevate head during sleep to reduce congestion.
Eucalyptus: Its cineole clears nasal passages by reducing mucus buildup.
Peppermint: Menthol opens nasal airways, easing breathing in minutes.
Nettle: Its antihistamine properties reduce allergy-related nasal inflammation.
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