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The wonders of Neti Pot
I first discovered Neti pot, almost 4 years ago while watching the Oprah Winfrey show. I really think this is one of the best inventions ever!
If you are looking for a natural remedy for allergies or sinus infection, try nasal irrigation, a therapy that uses salt and water solution to flush out the nasal cavity.History
The Neti pot originally comes from the ancient Ayurvedic/yoga medical tradition which is said to be 5,000 years old. This speaks well for its effectiveness.
Yogic breathing practices known as pranayama are greatly enhanced by the practice of jala neti since many of them involve deep breathing through the nostrils.
The Sanskrit term Jala neti refers to an ancient yogic cleansing technique, meaning literally "water cleansing," where the practitioner rinses out the nasal cavity with water (usually salted). Though neti pot was introduced to the West in the 1970s, its popularity increased in 2007 after a demonstration on television's "Oprah Winfrey Show" by Dr. Mehmet Oz.
The Sanskrit term Jala neti refers to an ancient yogic cleansing technique, meaning literally "water cleansing," where the practitioner rinses out the nasal cavity with water (usually salted). Though neti pot was introduced to the West in the 1970s, its popularity increased in 2007 after a demonstration on television's "Oprah Winfrey Show" by Dr. Mehmet Oz.
How to use a Neti Pot
Step 1
Clean out the neti pot with hot water and salt to sterilize it before use. Simply submerge it into a bowl of warm water and 1/2 cup of salt for at least three minutes, then rinse under hot tap water.
Note: The neti pot should be cleaned after each and every use with a antibacterial dishwashing liquid and hot water. Wash inside out and use a small bristle brush that fits into the spout.
Step 2
8 oz. luke warm water boiled water with 1/4 teaspoon salt finely ground non iodized salt (or 1/2 tsp of coarsely ground kosher salt) - mix well so that the salt is completely dissolved.
Step 3
Once you've filled the neti pot, tilt your head over the sink at about a 45-degree angle. Place the spout into your top nostril, and gently pour the saline solution into that nostril.
The fluid will flow through your nasal cavity and into the other nostril. It may also run into your throat. If this occurs, just spit it out. Blow your nose to get rid of any remaining liquid. Repeat the process on the other side.
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