NWR.. Im getting high on...

viks vapo - rub


I dont want to actually put it on bc I dont want to reek so Im holding the bottle and FH is laughing at me.

I feel fine but am SOOOO CONGESTED.


What else can I do.. I took a hot shower already

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Posted by cjb88

someone I once worked with suggested a netty pot... so i bought one... and i once i looked at it i got scared!!!

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Whats that?

an EVIL contraption!!

let me see if i can find some pics...

still looking for a photo... but here is the description...

QUESTION: What is a netty pot?
Answer: A netty pot is a device of Indian origin that delivers nasal irrigation to wash out a patient's nose. Some patients find netty pot irrigations to be very soothing.

Using a Netty Pot for Sinus Health

It seems that these days, we have respiratory related issues all year long. My son and I seem to be congested most of the year from allergies, mold, colds, and pollutants in the air. There has been one drug free remedy that we use almost daily that seems to help with the whole range of sinus-related symptoms.

Every morning after we wash our face, we use our Netty pot. This little ceramic pot resembles a small watering can. You can purchase one at any health food store or herbalists. There are many styles but buy one that does not have too long of a spout. The longer spouts are harder to manage because it is that much farther from your nose and eyes.

You fill the Netty pot halfway with warm water and put half a teaspoon of sea salt to dissolve. Then once the salt has dissolved, fill the rest of the pot with tepid water. Make sure it is not hot or even too warm. You want to think about it entering the nasal canal and how sensitive that area is. I tend to leave it pretty close to room temperature for my son. He started using one at the age of eight.

It helps to blow your nose before you start then tilt your head to one side without straining. Then insert the spout in the nostril that your head is tilting toward. Breathe through your mouth in a slow and even rhythm. Use about half the water and the switch sides. You may want to blow your nose in between switching sides. If one side of your nose seems infected, then you might want to wash it out between side changes.

If you find that your sinuses are stinging from the Netty pot usage, then you might have a sinus infection and may want to consult your local doctor, naturopath, or herbalist.

Our naturopath has said that using the Netty pot daily is most effective and least invasive way to support respiratory health. Make it a part of your morning routine and you will find that you are sneezing less and hardly stuffed up.

ok... here goes...

some of the websites say this can be as routine and natural as brushing your teeth... i cant see how this can feel good... i HATE when i get water up my nose... ouchie!!

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Posted by Jen2999

OMG.. NO frekkin way!!!!!

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i cant even imagine attempting to do that!!



yuuuuuuuckkkk

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Posted by cjb88

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Posted by Jen2999

OMG.. NO frekkin way!!!!!

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i cant even imagine attempting to do that!!



yuuuuuuuckkkk

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Ok.. They have to show the chicks cleavage of course while she is doing it. EW

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Posted by Jen2999

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Posted by cjb88

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Posted by Jen2999

OMG.. NO frekkin way!!!!!

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i cant even imagine attempting to do that!!



yuuuuuuuckkkk

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Ok.. They have to show the chicks cleavage of course while she is doing it. EW

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what is cleaning out your nasal passages with out some boob???

I'm not even going to tell you what we used Vick's for in the years I was a volunteer Paramedic...

If your nose and upper lip is already sore from blowing your nose, you may as well put the Vicks on your upper lip. It does nothing for your chest, it only does anything when you breathe it in.

I used to massage the sides of my nose to try to clear up the pressure, even if just for a second.

I'm afraid I don't really know any good remedies besides rest! But I hope you feel better soon!

Mucinex!!
I'm getting over a sinus infection and this is the best..I wish I knew about it a few weeks ago

Feel better Jen!!!!!!!