Sinusitis discomfort
by Anonymous

Question : WHAT is the cure for sinusitis? I have been taking cod liver oil, vitamin C, horseradish and garlic supplements for the past four months. Will it cure my sinusitis or only lessen the virus?

Answer : SINUSITIS is referred to as an inflammation of the mucous membrane that lines the sinus of the skull. The sinus is a cavity that is usually filled with air or blood. The sinus is located close to the nasal cavities and also near the ears. Therefore, an infection of sinusitis travels from the mouth, nose and throat along the mucous membrane lining.

A person who is suffering from sinusitis may experience severe headaches over the affected sinus area and the nose may be blocked on the affected side. Other typical symptoms are bad breath, upper jaw pain and fatigue. Thick and coloured mucous may drain from the nostril and the patient may also have fever, chills, cough and a sore throat.

Good immunity is the basic way to fight against this ailment and lessen the allergy and virus that contributes to the presence of sinusitis. Consider taking a zinc supplement containing vitamin C as these are useful in boosting or strengthening the immune system.

I suggest you supplement your diet with vitamin A, C and E together with selenium.

Echinacea is known to enhance the bodys immune system by stimulating the bodys natural defence mechanisms. It stimulates the production of macrophages, the white blood cells that eat foreign particles. It also has anti-viral and natural antibiotic properties. Horseradish and garlic are also recommended for those having chronic sinusitis. It is effective in treating throat and upper respiratory tract infections.

Horseradish produces a volatile oil that works as nasal and bronchial dilator. Simultaneously, it helps to clear stuffy nose or sinuses.

Turmeric is also a strong anti- inflammatory agent that is useful for treating nasal congestion problems.

Finally, you should avoid common food allergens such as milk, eggs, corn, peanut butter, caffeinated and sugared drinks. Also, ensure a dust- free and clean environment.

An optimal immune function requires a well-balanced diet, regular exercise, intake of eight glasses of water daily and adequate rest.

Do remember to include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables in your daily diet for good health and vitality.

• The Overuse of Allergy Tests: They Could Do More Harm Than Good
  
  Because false positives and false negatives are common, it's recommended that children only undergo allergy tests when absolutely needed.
  


• Ora Executives to Present at Allergy Drug Discovery & Development Conference in San Diego
  
  SAN DIEGO, CA-- - Leading allergy experts from Ora, Inc. will present at the GTC Bio Allergy Drug Discovery & Development Conference in San Diego. The meeting, taking place January 30-31st at the Paradise ...
  


• AllergyEats Informs Food Allergy Community About Important Changes To Fast Food Restaurants' Menus
  
  In many instances change is good, but as restaurants update their menus in an effort to stay competitive, these changes can be dangerous for the food allergy community. When restau
  


• Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics Fills Cupid's Quiver with 10 Valentine Tips
  
  WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Planning to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with your food-allergic sweetheart? Or is it the pollen, pet or mold allergies that have you worried about asthma symptoms flaring? Allergy & Asthma Network Mothers of Asthmatics (AANMA) offers these Cupid-studded tips.
  


• Asthma, allergy support
  
  The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America New England Chapter and ShoreSide Asthma and Allergy Educational Support Group will hold a roundtable discussion titled “Meeting the Challenges of Food Allergies in 2012” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at Wingate - The Inn at Silver Lake, 21 Chipman Way, Kingston.