A Neti Pot, irrespective of the material it is made up of, be it a - Ceramic Neti Pot, Steel Neti Pot or Copper Neti Pot, is a great tool in nasal irrigation and maintaining overall nasal health. The principle on which it works is very simple yet effective. Only water and salt are used in a predetermined proportion to clear the upper respiratory passage which runs from the nostrils to the throat.
Nasal irrigation is the safest and easiest way to clean out sinuses. Neti Pots are an excellent option to try nasal irrigation and promote overall health. Sinuses are hollow cavities behind the bones in our face and are filled with air. Usually, the sinuses are open to promote easy breathing. Whenever, there is a sinus infection/inflammation, including chronic sinusitis, the sinuses are clogged with excessive mucus and this impacts the way we breathe.
The practice of cleaning these sinuses and draining away the excess mucus to promote easy breathing is known as Nasal irrigation. This can be done with the help of a Neti Pot which could be a Ceramic Neti Pot, Steel Neti Pot or Copper Neti Pot. The practice of Nasal irrigation not only flushes out extra mucus, but also germs like bacteria, viruses, and allergens like mold, dust, dirt, pollen.
Nasal irrigation through a Neti Pot eases symptoms like a stuffy or runny nose, trouble breathing, an itching or burning sensation in the nasal cavity. Precaution is advised against nasal irrigation, if you have a ear infection/have undergone surgery for the ears or sinuses, a fully blocked nostril and have pressure on one or both ears. Nasal Irrigation is a generally safe practice if the necessary precautions are handled well.
When used regularly and in the right way, Neti Pots have shown very effective results in treating sinus congestion, cold, allergies, any infections in the nasal cavity and reduces the need for any over the counter medication or steroids. In short, it helps one lead a healthier life that is devoid of strong antibiotics or medicines and can promote overall well–being and good health in a natural way.
Both, the efficacy and safety of using a Neti Pot to promote overall nasal health and in nasal irrigation has stood the test of time and is advocated by both medical as well as Ayurvedic practitioners alike. By using two very basic ingredients- Water - (distilled or sterile water, boiled and cooled water or filtered water) and Salt (Neti or Himalayan) a Neti Pot works its magic! It not only heals any existing ailments/infections it also promotes good sleeping practices without any heaving snoring or irritants in the nasal passage.
It is a known fact that sleeping well is half the cure to all modern-day ailments which mostly stem from lack of sleep, heavy stress and almost no measures taken to maintain overall health in the rat- race called life. A fast paced life barely allows for proper rest.
