2007-01-12 05:48:11 · 9 answers · asked by gobanana516 4 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Well blow your nose of course. That's a given. Hot showers or steam always work well. Taking a decongestant, like Sudafed, etc. Also, when I have a dry stuffy nose "Ocean" is a great hydrating agent. Basically, it's saline in a spray bottle and you can get it in any pharmacy department. I carry a bottle with me everywhere. It's also great if you are an allergy sufferer and have the dry itchy nose thing.
2007-01-12 06:22:29 · answer #1 · answered by Spirish_1 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have found that the best and quickest remedy for a stuffy nose is steam inhalation. To make the steam, you may use water only, or you may add dried or fresh herbs or herbal oils to enhance the effects of the treatment.
To provide the steam, you may place the hot water in either a sink or a pot. Not boiling water and be careful not to burn yourself. If desired, add 2 to 5 drops of herbal oil. Hold your head over the sink or pot, drape a towel over your head and shoulders and breathe in the steam. Usually five to ten minutes of steam should be sufficient to clear your congestion.
Keep your face far enough from the water so that the steam does not irritate or burn your skin. This is particularly important when a child is being treated as a child's skin is more sensitive to heat.
After much trial and error, I have found this to be the very best. Good luck and God bless.
2007-01-12 16:25:53 · answer #2 · answered by 3rdsista 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about being the "best" remedy, but a really quick way to clear a stuffy nose is.....
1. Find a skunk
2. Kick the skunk in the ***
3. Inhale
2007-01-12 13:52:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blow your nose and then use a nasal spray like Afrin. Keep very well hydrated. I think drinking lots of water and tea with a stuffy nose makes the hugest differerence.
2007-01-12 13:51:18 · answer #4 · answered by you_likea_the_sauce 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Blow you nose, and use a humidifer for added moisture to the air you breath, also use a nasal spray, it helps to lubricate you nose. Also drink lots of fluids to stay well hydrated. Best Wishes!
2007-01-12 13:54:13 · answer #5 · answered by Janice 10 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the cooking herb "thyme" works, make a tea using one teaspoon to 8 oz. of boiling water, seep for 10-15 minutes and strain and drink. up to 4 times a day. works great.
2007-01-12 13:52:34 · answer #6 · answered by WIDOWMAKER54 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hot peppermint tea with cinnamon sticks. I dont know why it works but it immediately opens you up.. Oh yeah and some honey!
2007-01-12 13:51:57 · answer #7 · answered by bandcamp 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
drink lots of water!!! take vitamin c....go to a sauna...
but double check with your doctor...
2007-01-12 13:52:14 · answer #8 · answered by Zizou_100 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
blow it!
2007-01-12 13:51:13 · answer #9 · answered by noyb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋