Treat sinusitis with horseradish mixture
Question : My 17-year-old son's nose is quite sensitive
nowadays, especially after a game of basketball. He sneezes
quite a lot after that. Is he likely to get sinusitis?
Answer : Sinusitis is characterised by inflammation of accessory
nasal sinuses, blocked sinus drainage due to congestion and
muco- sal oedema that is prone bacterial infection. Symptoms of
sinusitis include; headache, earache, toothache, facial pain,
tenderness over the forehead and cheekbones, and occasionally a
high fever. The nose may be blocked on the affected side causing
the patient to breathe through the mouth. Thick mucus may drain
from the nostril. Other than the symptom mentioned, does he
experience any of these?
Horseradish contains volatile oils that function as a nasal and
bronchial dilator to clear stuffy noses or sinuses while the
anti- microbial properties of garlic prevents and treats
infections as well as enhances antibody production. Horseradish
and garlic combine well with fenugreek, marshmallow and
peppermint for further synergistic effect.
High doses of vitamin C with bioflavanoids are anti-inflammatory
and help fight off infection associated with sinusitis. Avoiding
the allergen would be very helpful. Drink lots of water to
minimise contaminants in the body.