Rhinitis

What you need to know:

When this condition is caused by repeated bouts of cold or flu, it’s important to boost the immune system for protection. Occasional acute episodes don’t need on-going treatment. Several herbs can be useful for rhinitis.

The most useful herbs:

For internal use, try:
For inhalations, try these essential oils:

The same oils used in a fragrancer at night will improve the quality of sleep and a compress of lavender oil and warm water over the nose will relieve congestion.

The most useful Supplements:

Other useful advice:

Natural therapies which help are Acupuncture, Aromatherapy and Naturopathy, which may include dietary changes, especially a reduction in the consumption of dairy products. The naturopath will also use breathing exercises as an aid to prevention.
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