WHY SINUSITIS PROBLEM IS PREVALENT IN WINTER?

Sinusitis problems can occur year-round, but they seem to be more prevalent during the winter season. Sinusitis conditions such as coughing, runny nose, congestion, headaches usually coincide with the cold (winter) season. Why is that, you ask? The answer to this lies with various factors which intrigues together to create the norm surroundings for those sinus problems.

What Causes Sinusitis Problems?

• The root cause of sinusitis problems is virus, but can also be caused by bacteria or fungus.
• These viruses are transmissible, which signify they can be spread more easily from one person to another.
• During the winter season, as people spend more time indoors and in close proximity to one another, sinus-causing virus spreads more easily.
• Allergic reaction may be more prevalent in those spend more time indoors during winter season
• The dry air tends to break down the natural barrier (mucous membrane) of the body for virus and bacteria.
• This in turn assent the virus to enter more readily into the nasal passages, bring into being the sinus problems.
• Some sinus issues result from allergies that can be more passable through the winter season for various causes.
• Dust mites are usually more abundant as warm winter clothing comes out of storage and blankets are brought back into service.
• Other factors of winter allergies are mold, mildew, and damp wood.
• Closed windows combined with humid firewood brought inward can conspire to create norm surroundings for allergens.
• The work of humidifying and warming the air before it approach the lungs can leave the nasal passages runny in cold weather.
• This is the body’s reaction to wintry conditions, as it forms more mucous to battle colder air.

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SYMPTOMS OF SINUSITIS 

• Frequent sneezing
• Fever and cough
• Nasal congestion
• Runny nose
• Yellowish green or clear discharge
• Severe facial pain
• Headache in the forehead, temples, or cheekbones
• Impaired ability to perceive smell

PREVENTATIVE STEPS FOR WINTER SINUS PROBLEM

We can lower the risk of allergies and sinusitis problems in the cold time with a few simple preventive measures.

• Clean surfaces indoors to decrease the amount of dust and other allergens in home.
• Dust regularly, mop floors and wash bedding repeatedly.
• Take warm showers or steam baths regularly to get rid nasal congestion.
• Use steam from a hot compress or shower to open the nasal passages.
• The cold and flu viruses can cause sinus problems in winter season; practice good sanitary habits by washing hands before eating or touching any object to prevent the spread of cold and flu.

TREATING WINTER SINUSITIS

HERBAL STEAM INHALATION –

• Herbal steam therapy is a great way to clearing out mucus from the nasal channels, throat and lungs.
• Inhaling hot water vapors (steam) is a great Ayurvedic treatment for cold, running nose and chronic cough.
• Adding items such as salt, cloves, or Vicks to the water makes for steam can thin mucus and help it expels from nasal passage.

Read Also: How Nasyam Is Helpful in Sinusitis

Nasayam therapy

Nasyam is a vital Ayurvedic treatment for upper respiratory tract. Its focus is on clearing the head region and nasal passages, helping people to get rid of sinusitis, headache and migraine. In this practice, medicated oil is poured into the both nostrils to relieve sinus problems.

Nasyam therapy helps to remove accumulated kapha and prevent sinusitis

HERBS AND FORMULATIONS

To prevent sinus infection there are many traditional herbs and formulations that can help strengthen your respiratory immunity.

Traditional herbs for sinus health

• Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
• Pippali (Piper longum Marich
• Saunthi (Zingiber officinale)
• Haridra (Curcoma longa)
• Haritaki (Terminalia chebula)
• Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia)

CAC herbal formulations for sinus health

• Kapha Detox Powder
• Kas Shwas Hari Rasa
• Cough Go Tablets
• Broncho Care Syrup
• Anu Tailam
• Trikatu Tablets

DIET

Bad eating habits can also trigger sinusitis such as Cold food, soda, tomatoes, chocolate, cheese, gluten, and fruits like bananas. Being careful about your diet can prevent sinusitis.

Foods That Help prevent Sinusitis

• Spicy Foods
• Garlic
• Warm Herbal Teas
• Chicken Soup
• Grapefruits
• Pineapple
• Coconut Oil
• Turmeric/Ginger Root
• Apple Cider Vinegar
• Milk with turmeric powder
• Leafy Green Veggies, tomatoes, oranges, yellow fruits and veggies contain Vitamin A that helps build a healthy mucus membrane
• Drink warm water regular basis, it can keep your nose and lungs lubricated, which will decongest your nose naturally.

Worst Foods for Sinusitis

• Caffeine
• Processed and fried foods
• Fermented foods like cheese
• Foods with high sugar content such as ice cream
• Refined carbs such as bread, pasta, and rice
• Starchy heavy foods like noodles
• Dairy products like milk
• High saturated fat foods like egg yolk and meat