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      Sydney Alix
      Student

        Hi Doc,

        Do you have any herbal recommendations for severe sinus headaches? I have a couple family members who experience them on a fairly regular basis (primarily due to weather/atmospheric changes), and the only thing that they have found to be effective is Sudafed.

        I know that you’ve mentioned several herbs in your lectures that have been known to help with headaches (such as herbs in the mint family), but I was wondering if there is anything more specific to sinus related issues. Do you know of any way to relieve the severe pressure build-up in the sinuses naturally?

        Thanks!

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        Sydney Alix
        Student
        Topic Author

          Are any of the members of the mint family strong enough to help with severe sinus headaches?

        • #54182
          Sigrid Griffitt
          Student

            Freshly ground and fermented Horse radish has the ability to clear sinuses — which in turn will help with headaches

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            Dr. Jed Adamson
            Moderator

              Hello I have some sinus trouble myself from time to time, I like fenugreek to dry out my sinuses. It works great for me to dry out the sinuses.

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            • #56550
              Darnell
              Student

                I’ve been getting sinus headaches for a number of years now. Mine are mostly due to changes in elevation when driving or flying.

                What has helped me is, a neti pot w/ warm salt water, peppermint essential oil on my forehead and a warm compress on top of that, and If I know that I will be traveling I put these ear plugs in called ear planes, they are amazing! Hope this helps

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                Dr. Patrick Jones
                Homestead Instructor

                  Cayenne pepper is great for clearing the sinuses and relieving the pressure

                  Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

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                  • #58863
                    Sydney Alix
                    Student
                    Topic Author

                      Thank you, Doc!

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