Curing a stuffy nose naturally involves reducing inflammation and clearing mucus with holistic methods. Warm fluids, like chicken broth, hydrate and thin mucus. Steam inhalation with lavender oil soothes nasal passages. Saline nasal sprays flush out irritants. Eating zinc-rich foods, like pumpkin seeds, supports immunity. Avoiding dairy reduces mucus production. Gentle facial massage stimulates drainage. Adequate rest strengthens immune response. These evidence-based approaches address stuffy nose causes, offering lasting relief by enhancing the body’s natural healing processes without reliance on medications.
- Drink warm chicken broth 1-2 times daily.
- Use saline nasal spray 3 times daily.
- Inhale steam with lavender oil for 10 minutes.
- Eat zinc-rich foods like pumpkin seeds.
- Avoid dairy to minimize mucus production.
Lavender: Soothes inflamed tissues, easing stuffiness. Eucalyptus: Cineole promotes mucus clearance. Ginger: Reduces nasal inflammation, aiding recovery.
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