Nasal Rinsing Promotes Free Breathing and Nasal Health

(ARA) - In recent years, more and more American families have turned to home-based, complementary remedies to manage basic health needs. In fact, an estimated 38 percent of adults and 12 percent of children use some type of complementary and alternative medicine, according to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One example of this growing trend is nasal rinsing, an ancient technique that has been practiced for centuries in India and other parts of South Asia and is now gaining popularity in Western culture.

A traditional Ayurvedic and yogic technique, nasal rinsing originated from the yoga practice of Jala Neti, which means "water cleansing." The practice is designed to clean and hydrate the nasal passages to promote free breathing and overall nasal health.

Why Nasal Rinsing?

With every breath, we inhale particles such as dust, allergens, germs, smoke, dander and pollutants. The nose acts as a natural air filter, protecting the body from these impurities. However, many particles remain in the nasal and sinus passages and can potentially cause irritation. During nasal rinsing, a saline water solution is inserted into the upper nostril while the head is tilted, flushing out impurities not naturally filtered out by the nose.

"Nasal rinsing is a simple technique to cleanse nasal and sinus passages while helping you to breathe freely. While it may seem complicated for beginners, today there are products that make it easier than ever," says Dr. Mary Jo DiMilia, an internist at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York. "AFRIN PureSea is a new and convenient way to clean nasal passages because it requires no mixing, minimal cleanup and the contents stay sterile even after the product is used."

Nasal Rinsing Options

There are a number of ways to practice nasal rinsing. Using a neti pot is a common technique, but it can be cumbersome and involves extensive preparation and clean-up. A modern product like AFRIN PureSea comes ready-to-use with no ingredients to mix and is made entirely of 100 percent purified sea water.

There are also all-natural nasal rinsing products designed for use in children as young as six months. Since young children often have difficulty blowing their own noses, nasal rinsing can be particularly helpful in ridding their nasal passages of excess mucus and irritants.

To learn more about the benefits of nasal rinsing and naturally-sourced products for adults and children, visit www.afrinpuresea.com.

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