Sinus irrigation has been practiced for thousands of years. The neti pot (neti is Sanskrit for nasal cleansing) and is a basic tool of Ayurvedic hygiene and is used to rinse and clean the nose and sinuses with a saline solution.
How to use
Fill neti pot with warm, slightly salted water (¼ teaspoon of fine non-ionized salt). Use only distilled or sterile water. Lean over the sink, tilt head sideways and insert the neti pot’s spout into the upper nostril and begin pouring about ½ of the saline solution. The solution will flow through and stream out of the lower nostril. Breathe through your mouth. Repeat by changing nostrils.
Tips:
- Use only distilled water, tap water boiled for several minutes and left to cool to a lukewarm temperature, or properly filtered water.
- Do not use water that is too hot or too cold. Water that is lukewarm or room temperature is best for your neti pot.
- Always clean and dry your neti pot after each use. Wash the neti pot with hot water and antibacterial soap. Dry it thoroughly with a fresh paper towel, or let it air dry.
- Replace your neti pot as often as you replace your toothbrush to avoid bacteria and microbe buildup.
- Discontinue use of your neti pot if it stings your nostrils, causes ear pain, or does not improve symptoms.
- Talk to a pediatrician before using the neti pot on a young child.
- Do not use a neti pot on an infant.
Details:
Size - ml.
Material - ceramics.
