Neti Pot

So, about a month ago I guess, I was piddling around on the internet and saw something called a neti pot which was suppose to irrigate your nasal passages to alleviate allergy symptoms. The reason why it interested me was because recently I've started to suffer from allergies; stuffy nose, scratchy throat, wheezing, etc, so I tried it.

I googled it to see where I could buy one and the website said they could be purchased at Walmart. I went to Walmart and bought one. It was a bit expensive for me $15 but if it worked then it was worth it.

It's a plastic blue tea pot looking device and it comes with the saline solution. 50 packets of it. You add 8 ounces of warm (distilled or previously boiled water) and one packet of the saline solution to the pot, cap it and shake it to mix everything together. You put the spout in one nostril and tilt your head down and a little to the side over the sink.

I must admit, it was weird at first because you feel the water enter your nose and it fills one nostril but then it starts coming out the other nostril. It doesn't burn or sting and it shouldn't go down your throat. Make sure you keep your mouth open also. After all the solution drains out the pot, you blow your nose lightly and repeat with the other nostril.

I had a stuffy nose yesterday and I did it one time last nite and then again this morning and I must say, I feel good. My passages are open and clear and not clogged. You can use the neti pot 1-2 times a day. I will keep you posted on the longer term effects.