Struggling with an upper respiratory issue, like a cold or seasonal allergies? Many people turn to neti pots for relief. A neti pot is a small container with a spout used for nasal irrigation. It's ...

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With allergies and colds causing runny noses, nasal congestion, and sinus pressure, you may think your answer is to use a neti pot. Nasal irrigation isn't new, but is it safe? We asked allergist Dr.

Whether you suffer from seasonal allergies or have the occasional cold, you've probably dealt with a stuffy nose. Your go-to is probably OTC meds, but what about a neti pot? Some people swear by the ...

MINNEAPOLIS — Cold and flu season is in full swing and many people are suffering from nasal congestion, runny noses, and sneezing. Some of us turn to nasal rinses to try and get some relief, but which ...

A neti pot should be filled with distilled or properly sterilized water to avoid possible infection. After filling the neti pot, tilt your head sideways and pour the liquid into one nostril. The water ...

Washing noses with neti pots or squeeze bottles has become increasingly popular as a home remedy for colds, allergies and sinus trouble. But it's not such a great remedy if it kills you. Now that two ...

If you’re one of many people who sneeze through allergy season or suffer bouts of clogged sinuses, you may wonder if your nasal passages are really worth the trouble. Sure, you get a few good smells ...

It’s allergy season: sniffly, sneezy, itchy, watery-nose season. And until recently, sufferers yearning to breathe free might have tipped a sinus-cleansing neti pot without thinking twice. But two ...

Slosh a little salty water into your nose, and it’s like a satisfying kick in the sinuses. For some people, nasal irrigation has become part of their daily morning ritual, like brushing your teeth.

Ducharme is a contributor to TIME. A woman is holding a tissue paper due to infectious disease Ducharme is a contributor to TIME. A Seattle woman died earlier this year after becoming infected by the ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – There are new concerns about the safety of neti pots after it was revealed a woman died from a brain eating amoeba after using one. When used correctly, neti pots are safe.