12 Tips On How To Get Rid Of Stuffy Nose Naturally

A person with stuffy nose experiances difficult breathing, lack of sense of smell and disturbed sleep.

This congestion occurs due to the sweeling and inflammation of nasal mucosa that is mostly triggered by cold air, dust, pollen, or respiratory infections.

This nasal congestion can be even risky in people with existing heart, lung disease, or diabetes.

Hence, one tends to opt for nasal sprays containing xylometazoline or oxymetazoline for quick relief.

However, these chemicals can lead to dependency or rebound congestion of nasal passage. Further, they are also not safe for children below 6 years of age.

To overcome this, we can rely on safe and effective natural relief methods to clear the nasal passage quickly for long lasting relief

Below, you can find 12 simple, and economical natural remedies that can be used to get rid of a stuffy nose.

How to get rid of a stuffy nose

Steam inhalation

woman inhaling steam — Woman inhaling steam

This is a quick and efficient remedy for a stuffy nose.

You can put water in a steam vaporizer and switch it on to breath steam vapors for relief.

If not, you can boil water and add some turmeric powder or any balm containing menthol or eucalyptus oil.

Take a bowl of boiled water, put a pinch of balm in it, cover yourself with a blanket over the bowl, and inhale the steam for at least 10 to 15 minutes.

Repeat it twice or more times a day for relief.

Natural medicines for sinus infection

If there is sinus infection or you believe the stuffy nose is due to infection, then you can try the following natural medicines.

If you reside in the US, you can try these natural medicines for efficient relief.

Himalaya RespiCare
Himalaya ImmunoCare
Basil capsules (i.e. tulsi capsules )
Turmeric powder (in hot milk drink)

These can be used in both children and adults.

These medicines are herbal-based with anti-infective, anti-inflammatory, and immune-boosting properties.

Prefer herbal teas instead of regular

Instead of regular tea, prefer teas which help relieve congestion like

Tea	Benefits
Ginger + Lemon Tea	Anti-inflammatory, thins mucus, and helps immunity
Turmeric Tea	Decreases inflammation; fights infection
Thyme Tea	A natural expectorant; relieves cough and sinus blockage
Peppermint Tea	Opens blocked nasal passage and eases breath

Drink warm water instead of normal.

If the weather is cold and you have a cough besides a stuffy nose, drink hot water.

The water should be hot but still suitable to drink with burning.

Drinking warm water provides instant relief to the problem of sore throat, cough, and blocked nose.

Use Shoe or socks for feet

Cover the lower part of the legs to prevent and also get rid of the stuffy nose fast.

Try to cover your feet with loose socks all day, even during the night at sleep. This will provide great relief.

Do not wear warmer clothes on the top and lighter clothes on the bottom.

Try to wear more warm clothes to the bottom or balance.

Our body’s blood circulation maintains uniform body temperature in all parts from head to toe.

If your feet or legs are kept cold, the circulation tries to manage the cold there. So if limbs are cold, blood flows there, leaving the nose and respiratory tract in the topless warmth.

If the limbs are kept warm, blood keeps more warmth on the top and relieves cold and nasal congestion.

Please try it once if you have a sensitive respiratory system.

You may notice a remarkable change.

Avoid curd (yogurt) and other fermented foods.

They add up to the running nose and stuffiness.

This may be due to microbes in them.

It also enhances the possibility of catching a cold.

If you already have a cold and even stuffy nose, try to stop having curd, and you will find relief.

Have hot food as a diet at regular intervals.

Go for lighter foods like milk and eggs.

Try avoiding non-veg and oily foods.

Non-veg food, though rich in protein, can trigger infections.

Oily foods make the nasal tract susceptible to cold and inflammation.

Also, have freshly prepared food, preferably warm. Avoid refrigerated foods and cold beverages.

Tips for Bed

Apply balms with essential oil to the nose, chest, and throat region.

Sleep in such a way that legs are away from windows or air entry points in the room.

Also, ensure to cover up your legs with a thick blanket.

Do not leave the legs open while you cover the body above.

Also, wearing loose-fitting socks on your feet and covering your lower body helps you get awake without a stuffy nose.

Use a mask

When going out, use a mask on the nose.

This will prevent any dust and pollens from getting in, leading to allergies.

If one has respiratory insufficiency, it might be hard to breathe with a mask.

They have to rely on single-layered cloth like a handkerchief in such cases.

Use a room heater

Use a heater in case of severe cold or low temperatures.

But while doing so, consume enough amounts of water.

This helps keep you hydrated, or else you will feel dehydrated and add up to stuffiness.

Keep the room and surrounding dust-free.

Any amount of dust particles will enhance the allergy in the nasal tract, causing stuffiness.

So try to keep your room, car clean.

If required, use an air filter to keep the air particle free.

Empty nostrils by sneeze

When there is a running nose or nasal secretion, it is better to empty the nostrils (sneeze out) to keep the nose clear instead of sniffing back.

This keeps the nostril clear and free from blockage for stress free breathing.

Have a bath with tap water

Use tap water for baths in summer instead of hot or cold water.

This enhances the body’s resistance to colds.

If you bathe with hot water, it feels comfortable as it removes inflammation, lethargy, and body pains. It is suitable for a healthy lifespan, too.

But as per homeopathy, for those with frequent colds.

All the above methods on how to get rid of a stuffy nose can be done at home or in an easy & quick manner.

References:

12 Natural Remedies for Stuffy Nose & Sinus Congestion Relief