Sinus infection, also known as sinusitis, can cause swelling or inflammation of the nasal endometrium. Sinus infections are common and often accompanied by viral, bacterial or fungal infections that damage the lining in the nasal cavity. Breathing through your nose can become difficult or uncomfortable when you have a sinus infection. Symptoms are similar to a cold and usually include a runny nose or a stuffy nose and facial pain. If your doctor determines that you have sinusitis, the combination of onion and horseradish is a home treatment that can help clear the nasal passages.
Sulfur foods help clear sinus infections. (Source: michaelpuche / iStock / Getty Images) Onion sinus infection
Onion has antibacterial properties and its sulfur content can be used to treat sinus infections. For mild sinus infections, inhaling the smell of freshly chopped onions may clear your nasal passages. However, the sulfur released by chopped onions can cause eye pain. To avoid this, cut the onion into thin slices and place in a bowl of boiling water. Let the onions boil for five minutes, put some people in a cup and inhale the odor to help relieve the sultry or runny nose. If you like the taste of onions, drink liquids when you are warm, because hot liquids also help clear your sinuses. Any type of onion can be, but the most scented onions are the best. Brown, white and red onions have the strongest odor and may clear the pressure of sinus infections faster than other breeds.
Horseradish for sinus infection
Horseradish contains high levels of sulfur, which can produce antibiotics and help treat symptoms of sinus infection. Put the horseradish in your mouth until the taste dissipates, helping to remove the mucus from the nasal cavity. Fresh ground horseradish is suitable for this purpose. Start with a grated horseradish; if it doesn't work, increase the maximum amount to 1 teaspoon. Once the taste has subsided, swallow the horseradish to remove the mucus from the back of the throat. The roots of horseradish plants are most effective in treating sinus infections.
Making Onion and Horseradish Treatment
Combines the properties of onions and horseradish to relieve symptoms of sinus infection. Add a small amount of water to the two ingredients to boil. Use about 1/4 cup of chopped onion and 1/8 cup of ground horseradish and 1 cup of water. Boil the ingredients for no more than five minutes, then pour the liquid into the filterin. Simmer onions and horseradish tea in five minutes to remove mucus and relieve sinus pressure. Repeat as needed, up to four times a day. If you don't mind the taste of onions and horseradish, eat the solids filtered from the liquid. Chewing raw onions and horseradish may bring greater benefits because sulfur is more effective before boiling ingredients.
Notes
Do not attempt to self-treat sinus infection without first consulting your doctor. Ask him about home treatment advice and advice on our onions and horseradish. If your sinus infection persists for more than 10 days, please make an appointment with your doctor.
