The 9 Best Natural Remedies For Sinus Infections And 3 To Skip

Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911.

Nasal sprays and ginger tea can both help your sinuses drain naturally.

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Waiting
Hydration
Avoid Triggers
Irrigation
Nasal Sprays
Ginger
Warm Compress
Steam
Vicks
Honey
Apple Cider Vinegar
Cayenne Pepper
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Although it's likely not possible to get rid of a sinus infection in 24 hours, drinking lots of water throughout the day can help ease symptoms.

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While you may have heard that you should include salt and baking soda in a sinus rinse mixture, it's best to simply use sterile water.

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Navage Nasal Care ($99.95; Navage.com) NasaFlo Neti Pot Nasal Wash System ($13.99, Walgreens.com

Ginger is among the best foods to clear sinuses.

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Steam therapy is a safe way to help ease sinus infection symptoms naturally.

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Do not use Vicks on children younger than 2.

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