{"id":1513,"date":"2024-11-12T08:42:57","date_gmt":"2024-11-12T16:42:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.naturalpathremedies.com\/blog\/?p=1513"},"modified":"2024-11-12T12:42:42","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T20:42:42","slug":"sinus-conditions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.NaturalPathRemedies.com\/blog\/sinus-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Sinus Conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"
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UPDATED: from 04\/2012 to 11\/2024<\/h5>\n
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We have four pairs of sinuses, air-filled pockets, in the bones of our face. These connect to nasal passages and the rest of our respiratory system. The mucous membranes lining sinuses provide lubrication, and natural immunity by trapping foreign particles. Tiny hairs called cilia also trap germs then push the mucus out through tiny opening drains called ostia. Three of the four ostia drain downward, the 4th<\/sup> drains upward, which explains why many people get \u201cplugged\u201d up and mouth breathe, or snore during sleep.<\/p>\n

Sinusitis occurs when the mucus-producing linings of the sinuses become inflamed and infected.\u00a0 As ostia openings get clogged, foreign material is trapped, oxygen levels drop and bacteria in the nasal cavity reproduce anaerobically. Inflammation causes the sinus walls to swell, causing heat and pain, while increased white blood cells may create excess mucous and pus.<\/p>\n

If the inflammation is healed properly, then all systems revert to normal. However if offending conditions continue to promote the inflammatory response, or if the immune system is too weak to mount a defensive, continued inflammation can eventually damage cilia and cause scarring, polyps or sores.\u00a0 Allergic reactions to dust, animal dander, foods, smoke, and other pollutants can prevent the natural healing process. Dairy is a large offender closely followed by wheat\u00a0 and gluten. Sugar leads to fermentation and lack of oxygenation, plus feeds bacteria and viruses.<\/p>\n

Prescription antibiotics, inhalants and OTC decongestant drugs may reduce inflammation and swelling, however they do nothing to promote healing or removal of the cause. Long term use can increase dependency and reduce effectiveness, leading to stronger drugs or surgery.<\/p>\n

To heal your sinuses with natural remedies:<\/p>\n

Treat acute stage:<\/h5>\n

– eliminate any infections, viral, bacterial, or fungal that may be contributing to the symptoms, by using immune enhancing herbs and formulas.<\/p>\n