Easy Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Nasal Congestion

When the body develops a cold or an allergy, the membranes that are present in the nose are aggravated that leads it to swell up, and also to overproduction of mucus which makes it difficult to breathe. Nasal congestion can occur at any age, but it can be very dangerous for infants as it may impair their breathing which can cause respiratory diseases like asthma, in the future. If the congestion is very severe it may even cause uncontrollable nasal discharge, loss of appetite, pain in different parts of the body, headaches, irregular sleep and blocked ears.

Home Remedies

There are various drugs that are available in the market for nasal congestion. But the Ayurvedic treatments are gaining popularity as it is very effective and has no side effects. Ayurvedic remedy for nasal congestion includes many herbs that are very easily found around us.

• AjwainOne of the oldest and most reliable Ayurvedic remedies for nasal congestion is with the use of ajwain. You can take a small quantity of ajwain in a clean cloth and heat it in a vessel and later sniff it. This would help you in clearing the blocked passage.

• GarlicNot only ajwain even garlic can help you get rid of nasal congestion. You can make a mixture of garlic juice, juice of holy basil, crushed pepper corns, clove and honey and drink it to help you clear the nasal bock.

• Use of lukewarm waterIf you are prone to cold it is always advisable to avoid cold water but rather drink lukewarm water after meals.

• Intake of fluidsYou should also drink a lot of fluids regularly. Drinking soups have been found very beneficial for a congested nose – drinking hot, clear soups would also provide the necessary protein to fight cold.

• Use of Anu oilAnu oil acts on nasal membranes and as per Ayurvedic belief nose is the path to the brain, so the use of anu oil is also effective for the brain disorders. This oil is a good remedy for inflammation of nasal mucosa, sinusitis, headache, weak eyesight, memory loss, chronic catarrh, cataract and several other diseases.

Nasal congestion is very common and you can easily find a treatment for it in the herbs that are found around you or with the help of Ayurvedic medication.