Cure a Sinus Infection
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
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[YEA] 04/12/2010: Knseeker from Chesterfield, Mo, Usa writes: "My wife was suffering from severe cold for 2-3 weeks. Tried anti-biotics and all kinds of mucus thinning tablets without much effect. 2 tablespoons of ACV in 8 OZ of water did wonders. She did that for 3 days and all her sinus infections were gone in no time. It controlled the night time coughs as well. Thanks for posting this amazing remedy"
Replies[YEA] 12/19/2011: Dolly from Brighton, Sussex, England replies: "Well, what can I say?? A miracle. Have suffered sinusitis on and off for years and was in real pain yesterday, with guests arriving any minute. Found your site and dispatched husband off to healthfood shop to get ACV. Mixed it with honey and warm water; drank it down and within 15 minutes... No more sinusitis. Same today - here I am, sitting in a centrally heated room which would usually give me real sinus pain and, nothing, zilch. Thank you - will be revisiting this site if I get any other things wrong."
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[YEA] 03/30/2010: Elvishscorpio from Wilkesboro, Nc writes: "I had a really really bad sinus infection. With no health insurance I could not afford to go to the doctor, and grew really worried because my friend let a sinus infection go once, and the doctor told her that they can be really dangerous if left untreated- can cause brain aneurysms and blindness... I woke up one morning and my whole head hurt and I could not even focus my eyes... after taking a pain killer I looked you guys up and within 3 days of mixing honey, Organic apple cider vinegar, and hot tea 3 times daily I am better! People really need to know this so they are not giving the doctors and pharmaceutical companies even more money... Thank you so much. Works better than prescription antibiotics."
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[YEA] 03/06/2010: Roger from Bowling Green, Kentucky writes: "I've been miserable for 5 days now...got hit with a cold and a sinus infection. I haven't taken any medication or treatment for my constant allergies etc in over 10 years. I just learned to deal with it. This time...after the pressure was so bad both ears felt like I was wearing cheap earplugs and could not sleep more than an hour at a time in a recliner...I bought a couple packages of Tylenol severe cold pills the next morning. No effect at all. Steam treatments would give slight relief as far as my stuffy nose, but nothing for any other symptoms. I finally wandered on the web and thank God for ACV and everyone's posts. In an hour and a half my right ear popped and I had real relief for the first time in nearly a week."
Replies[YEA] 03/08/2010: Stefani from Lafayette, Co replies: "I tried the remedy of 2 tbsp. ACV in 8 oz h2o 3x a day as directed on this site for a sinus headache in the area of my right eyebrow/forehead. I'd been plagued with this pain for almost 2 weeks and I had been taking 4 ibuprofen in the morning and afternoon for the last 3 days without relief. I've suffered sinus infections frequently in my life and didn't want to take antibiotics. Within 2 days the pain had diminished so I kept up the routine. Now, 1 week later, my sinuses are clear and no pain whatsoever. I also found relief of a lower ache in my back around the kidney area which began 1 week into the sinus infection.
I am a believer and will continue to drink this "tea". I did add a bit of honey for flavor and for the antibacterial properties, but I'm a vegan. Does anyone know of a honey replacement that has the antibacterial properties such as grade b maple syrup or agave nectar that will keep me vegan? or do I have to choose?"
04/23/2010: Anuj from New Delhi, India replies: "I have been suffering from Sinus infection and Tinnitus which started a few months back. On reading about ACV, I have started having it for the last few days and have definetely noticed a difference in my sinus. I am drinking ACV twice a day. Would like to know how long I should continue this and will it cure my Tinnitus also ???"
EC: Feedback on Apple Cider Vinegar for Tinnitus here: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/tinnitus.html#ACV
05/02/2011: L. from Private replies: "Glad you mentioned the Kidney pain, I have had similar pain as well and thought it might have a connection to the sinus pain, but wasn't sure how."
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[SIDE EFFECTS] 02/24/2010: Jennami from San Jose, Ca writes: "HI. I just tried 2Tbsp ACV mixed with 8 oz. of hot water for my sinus infection. Could barely get it all down before I had to run to throw it all up!!!! Think I'll try something else!"
RepliesEC: Lots of yummy apple cider vinegar recipes here: http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/acv_recipes.html
12/12/2010: Leigh from Raleigh, North Carolina replies: "I felt the same way the first time I tried it. But I just tried it again, mixed with some Splenda and heated like tea. It's SO much better! I can actually sip it without the unpleasantness of just the ACV. Give it another whirl! "
03/29/2011: Andrea from Port Alberni, Bc,canada replies: "you should read up on Splenda, it is not a good choice! Worse than sugar, use honey."
05/02/2011: L from Private replies: "Maybe try it with warm, not hot water, and some honey!"
06/16/2011: Lauren from Denver, Colorado replies: "Stevia is probably the best choice of sweetner to add to your ACV mix if you're fighting sinus congestion. Artificial sweetners of course come with their own stuff, but sugar in any form, especially as honey, will just keep feeding the bacteria or fungus that cause chronic sinusitis."
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[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 02/22/2010: Rob from Va. Beach, Virginia writes: "I had had a sinus infection for three weeks when I started ACV- 2tbls in 8oz of water three times a day plus nasal irrigation with 2tsps in approx 6oz w/ some salt once a day. I have done this for five and a two-thirds days with perhaps some improvement (feel better, less drainage) but sinuses are still infected."
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[SIDE EFFECTS] 02/17/2010: Christina from Kansas City, Mo writes: "I have tried drinking 1 T. ACV in a cup of hot water, and it only results in heartburn. I want to give this a chance, as so many people attest to the benefits of ACV. Any tips? I have had 2 dental extractions, both teeth were infected, there was communication from the teeth into the sinus, and now I have a sinus infection. It's been a mess. I am on 2 abx now, but so far, nothing has worked. I'm desperate for solutions since I've been sick since Thanksgiving."
Replies03/12/2010: Nicole from Decatur, Ga replies: "Christina from Kansas City, everything does not always work for everybody. You must understand that every human body is different and we have to listen to our bodies when trying remedies. In your case of heartburn, you are having a major side effect of ACV and should stop using it immediately. If you continue, it could cause you to have chronic (continue over time) heartburn even after you stop. You should try a different remedy for your sinus infection."
03/15/2010: Gemz from Santa Cruz, California replies: "Not all ACV is the same. You will find one creates heartburn while the other cures it. The ACIDS in them are unique. The one you will want to try will be cloudy and murky. Hopefully Organic. The clear pungent stuff from the egg coloring days is the one that creates heart burn.
If you do a search of ACV for heartburn you may find one that works good. I know I tried it off and on and it did not work for me. Then I learned the difference.
Sorry I do not know the names of the acids but they are totally different. Good luck and try the heartburn tips on here. They helped me tremendously!"
07/25/2010: Tina from Toledo, Ohio, Usa replies: "Do try to get Organic Apple Cidar Vinegar. I find that putting 1/4 teaspoon or more baking soda with the AC in 1 cup water in a large glass helps lower the acidity so it doesn't hurt my stomach."
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[YEA] 02/07/2010: 3rdcamaro from Littleton, Co writes: "Just tried ACV for my ongoing sinus problems (infection, congestion, etc) that have plagued me for over six weeks. I am a skeptic, but within 30 minutes I was breathing better - for real! This stuff is great. I used the 2 TBSP in 8 ounces of warm water. Amazing!"
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[YEA] 01/05/2010: Arlene from Meredosia, Il. writes: "I just realized after two weeks of acv, not only all of my sinus problems are gone, but the muscle aches that accompanied it. I didn't realize that that was what was causing the pain all over my body until someone mentioned it on this site. My husband and I have been miserable with the sinus headaches, congestion etc., but we attributed the aches and pains to arthritis. We are in our 70's so it was logical. It wasn't arthritis at all it was the sinus infection. I feel 100% better."
Replies[NAY] 01/11/2010: Krysta from Houston, Tx replies: "I've tried the hot water with 2 tablespoons ACV twice today and nothing happened. I even boiled water and poured some ACV in the water, at least 2 parts water 1 part ACV, and inhaled the steam for as long as i could. my nose just runs."
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12/31/2009: Bliss from Schaumburg, Usa writes: "I will try ACv very next thing in the morning 2mmorow as I hav been struggling with sinus congestions since last 3 days and now my nose bleeds when I blow. But I have questions...Is this Ok to give to my 4 year old daughter who gets sinus infection too very frequently? also how long does the effect stay with ACV? Do we keep gulping this throughout our life?"
EC: More info here: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/children_and_infants.html
and
http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/acvinegar_questions.html
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[YEA] 12/29/2009: Strangelilmama from Santa Fe, Nm, USA writes: "I hesitate to speak too soon, but after 10 days with a relentless cold, I woke up with a raging sinus infection yesterday; fever, swelling of my face, redness over my cheekbones, couldn't breathe through my nose whatsoever. I stayed home from work & was ready to call my doctor, knowing she would prescribe antibiotics, which I try to avoid as often as possible. I dreaded the aftermath of the antibiotics, but I also knew this was a doozy of an infection. My husband had read up on ACV a while back, and we had some in the house, so when I googled natural sinus infection remedies & saw all the testimonies here, I thought I'd give it a shot. I took two tablespoons in warm water (a big mug, probably 10-12 oz), plus a tbsp of honey three times yesterday. I also used a saline rinse/ neti pot. I am like NIGHT & DAY today. I am not 100% yet, but I can breathe, the swelling went down, the redness is gone, and I feel functional. I do still have some congestion & my face is a bit tender, but it is no longer terribly painful. Perhaps TMI, but the nasty green-yellow mucus has gotten considerably less disgusting-looking, too.
I am going to continue the ACV & the saline for the next few days, and next time I will do it preventively."
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[YEA] 12/23/2009: Arlene from Meredosia, Il writes: "My husband and I have been miserable lately with sinus infections. I do not take any medication unless I have to, diabetes and blood pressure are all I take so I was looking for something natural. Found this site accidently, tried the apple cider vinegar. We found out the next day that we were using the distilled and that that was incorrect, but, we both woke up in the morning with our heads completely cleared. We will get the right kind of acv in a few days, but so far this is working. We both feel so much better, and can breathe clearly. I was very sceptical, but I'm so glad that I found this. Thank you so much for this site. I have shared this with my whole family."
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[YEA] 12/19/2009: Scott from Southcoast, Ma writes: "To all the skeptics out there....I was one, until I tried this. I had a cold that turned into a sinus infection. With all the different flu and cold viruses out there I was afraid to go on anti-biotics because of the mutation and resistance that could occur, so I searched on the 'net' and found this web page. I was not a true believer, but figured I'd give it a shot.
I knew I had a sinus infection because one tell tale sign I get is I lose my sense of smell. I had pain, swelling, pressure, redness of my cheeks, and Post nasal drip. Then I tried the apple cider vinegar.
2 table spoons of ACV with 12 oz. of warm water sipped over about a half hour time. Within an hour I regained my sense of smell. The pain and pressure were relieved considerably (not completely gone, but relieved). I took three doses in a day. Later that night my symptoms returned so I took some mucus relieving over the counter meds to help me sleep.
Next day, my symptoms are almost totally gone. I can breathe freely, I can smell, and only have a slight amount of pressure and sinus congestion. In short, I am amazed how this cure worked.
To the skeptics...try it. You have nothing to lose, and the cost is low.
Thank you Earthclinic for this GREAT site."
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[YEA] 12/08/2009: Katieegann from Trenton, New Jersey writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar for Sinus Infections
About 3 or 4 days ago I developed a terrible sinus infection in the right side of my face. It was terrible. I couldn't hear out of my ear, dental pain, yellow mucus, facial pain and swelling, the whole deal. I tried the ACV remedy. About 2 tbsp of ACV, about 1 cup of water, and about 1 tbsp of honey did the trick for me. My dental pain and headache are subsiding, and I can finally breathe out of the right side of my nose. I'm very happy about these results. :)"
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[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 10/03/2009: Lizpride from Clinton, Nj, Usa writes: "Hi, I tried the Apple Cider Vinegar (organic) for my congestion/sinus infection. I wasn't sure if this was where I should comment. It worked pretty well, although it took a few minutes to kick in, but then lasted for at least an hour. Anyway, it's much better than conventional drugs. It works, but my congestion isn't completely gone, but it is better at least."
Replies10/08/2009: Momandmore from Houston, Tx replies: "I am a 20 year sufferer of reflux induced sinusitis, although the problem was just diagnosed 2 years ago. I take Nexium 2x a day plus Pepcid,which controls all of the reflux symptoms EXCEPT the sinus issues. I am struggling with 3 infections in 5 weeks. I just tried the ACV for the first time and will keep doing it since so many of you sing its praises. My question: has anyone out there found that the ACV exacerbates reflux problems? I'm wondering about putting acid in my stomach which obviously is so sensitive. I was thinking of going to my GI doc and suggesting surgery to repair the reflux (long recovery) but am hoping that the ACV will take care of it without making the reflux worse. Your feedback would be welcome."
EC: Apple cider vinegar is actually the most popular remedy for acid reflux!
Read more here: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/acid_reflux_and_apple_cider_vinegar.html
10/09/2009: Mindy from Charleston, Sc replies: "I haven't tried the apple cider vinegar yet. but heres what i'm trying now to get rid of this nasty sinus infection. I'm using a netti pot with a saline solution i bought at _____, it's specifically for cold/flu. I'm also drinking a solution of water and echinacea (liquid form)as much as possible. The echinacea really clears you up instantly. I'm also taking vitamin c, e, and b-12 during the day to keep me going, as well as a womens daily vitamin. While i'm at work and cannot get to my echinacea i've actually been taking goldenseal also to help the infection and inflamation. Tonight i think i'm going to boil water and the sea salt for cold/flu and try to breathe that in cause my chest is starting to get really tight. I'm trying to keep this from turning into bronchitis. If you have any yea or nays please comment back. thanks!"
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08/30/2009: Elaine from Chicago, Illinois writes: "I have tried AC Vinegar for the past almost four years and gave up because of the taste. I would get a little relief, but never stayed for the long haul. Tonight I just had it.
I mixed one tablespoon of Organic AC Vinegar in eight ounces of water with a teaspoon of honey and withing 45 min. I felt some relief. I have had sinus infections and draining down my throat so bad for four years that resulted in sleep deprivation *was becoming so common.
Tonight my nose felt crusted, sore and had blood clotts. I know this means infection. After taking my first dose, I tried one more of the same mixture and I feel a lot better. I am going to stick with as the results on this website are unbelievable for AC vinegar.
I have been prescribed everything for sinus, including steroids. Nothing ever made much difference and the infections keep coming back.
I am going to try to get some rest now, I feel a lot better. I wish I had stuck with it before and not let the taste drive me away. I found some awesome combinations to mix the vinegar with to cut the taste. I will report back, as I am very optimisitic. I am on vacation for ten days and plan to "do battle"!!! I love this site and I am grateful it is always here when I need it."
09/27/2009: Amy from Illinois City, Il Usa replies: "Has anyone ever tried the ACV tablets? If so, do they work for the sinus infections as the liquid does?"
[YEA] 10/08/2009: Squeak75 from Forestville, Ny replies: "I too have take vinegar and honey off and on for over 3 years. This time I am a believer! 3 days ago my sinus just about exploded! I was in such pain that I couldn't sleep. I tried some over the counter medication and it only made it worse, couldn't even breathe, only from my mouth. I finally went back to this site and looked up what vinegar could do for me. I started drinking 8 ounces of warm water with 2 tablespoons ____ ACV with a tablespoon of honey. I drank several of these during the next 2 days and as of this morning I can breathe and I haven't had to blow my nose! I also slept through the night, I did use a strip on my nose that helped too but have used in the past and nose has still dripped. I got a good nights sleep and got up this morning and drank another glass of ACV with honey. I am going to use it everyday since reading up that it could calm down hot flashes too! What a relief!"
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[YEA] 07/31/2009: Amber from Silver City, Nm writes: "ACV cures my sinus infections. After many antibiotics and steroids, I tried ACV. When I notice the discharge from my nose is getting thick, yellow/green then I start drinking ACV. I put 1 tablespoon ACV into 12 oz. water. I drink the mix twice a day by straw to avoid getting the acid on my teeth (and I do not care for the taste). After a week, my sinus'are clear again. Dietary changes have helped me prevent the infections (and head aches)."
Replies08/22/2009: Lassie from Miramar, Fl replies: "My problem with my sinus is nothing comes down from my nose. my nose is swollen and below my eyes I look like a monster. Can any one help?"
[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 09/04/2009: Jaenfjfi from Omaha, Nebraska replies: "I have been using 1/2 tsp. of ACV with 1/2 cup of apple juice twice a day for my 5 year old son (he weighs 44 lbs)and it has helped after about a week (although he did have loose stools because he doesn't usually drink juice) He has struggled with sinus infections for the past two years. Had his adenoids removed and was still on antibiotics, antihistamines, and a nasal steroid spray (all at the advice of his ENT) for the past year. I just decided to stop medicating my young son.....it was going on for WAY too long with no positive results. I'm wondering what dietary changes you have made that help with sinus problems. Maybe by looking at dietary changes, we can avoid the congestion in the first place."
09/06/2009: Joyce from Joelton, Tn replies: "Hello Jaenfifi,
The loose stools are probably from the apple juice itself. So just put his ACV in whatever juice he likes (please not prune juice though because it is also a good laxative) and see if it solves the problem."
09/10/2009: Andrea from Parkwood, Qld Australia replies: "Hi Jaenfifi, sinus issues can be very debilitating when they continue over a long period of time, I should know I suffered for years on and off and nothing seemed to help. I find that cutting out wheat products and washing fruits and vegetables that are susceptible to mould in a solution of water and lugols iodine can eliminate some triggers. However, the best relief I have had and seems to be permanent, is using Wild oil of oregano. Due to the hot nature of oregano oil it may not be especially palatable to a 5 year old, but I just place 2-3 drops of oil into a glass of warm to hot water ( this helps with the dispersion of the oil) and stir it in using a non metal spoon/stirrer. I then drink most of it and stir again, this helps incorporate the remaining oil as the last bit seems to be the hottest and then drink it down. This clears my head within minutes and any full feeling or mucus build up dissipates and generally clears within the day. Hope this helps. I also have a nasal irrigator that I use periodically to clean out the nasal passages which doesn't allow bacteria to get a foothold. Good luck.Andrea."
09/23/2009: Gail from Red Deer, Ab. Can replies: "Your son could be allergic to milk and other dairy products.My ear's hurt and plug up when I consume these products. Hope this helps. I feel for him."
11/05/2009: Pryor4 from Anderson, South Carolina replies: "My son (age 4) was sick for most of his first two years. We were told he was allergic to milk. However, I did not feel this was so. He had runny nose and sinus problems often, and also had skin problems. We started using raw milk and taking supplements (Shaklee) and he has not been sick in two years! I am struggling with sinus' this week and plan on using the ACV. My husband has used this before and it worked well."
[YEA] 12/26/2009: Clayton from Kelowna, British Columbia replies: "I have been suffering from sinusitis for years, with post nasal drip causing havoc with my sleep. After trying a Neti Pot, which didn't help because I was usually too congested for it to work properly. I stumbled across Organic Apple Cider Vinegar and it worked. I take it daily, usually 2tsp-2tbs in tea with unpasteurized honey (Twinnings lemon ginger tea is great) 3X a day. Because I take it daily I never get congested. When I cannot take the organic ACV I take two ACV pills (You can get these at most pharmacies and health food stores). If you want the most benefits, the organic ACV is best, but realistically there will be times when you can only take it in pill form. I have not even needed to use my Neti Pot in nearly a year(It works well if taken daily as a preventative, just not so well when stuffed up already). Remember to rinse your teeth or chew on something after to avoid damaging your tooth enamel. You may also need to take some extra water throughout the day to help dilute the acid in your stomach. Avoid any dairy, this will cause mucus to form as well. Fresh ginger root sliced and boiled to make a tea helps sooth the throat as well if you need it, also sweeten with unpasteurized honey as it is an antimicrobial. Take all of this along with oil of oregano if suffering from an infection, for children dilute 2-3drops in orange juice. Hope this helps. Remember the key is to make it a part of your daily routine if you are a sinus sufferer. ACV is also helpful in losing weight."
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[YEA] 06/21/2009: Hema from Sydney, NSW writes: "Hi, I have been using ACV for 3 days and my sinus is better than before, I still hv one side of nose blocked. But I am feeling on top of the worl by looking at the improvement. I had bene taking Chiness herbal medicine but it wasn't working at all.
I have QUESTION if someone can answer. I have noticed when I come to work, I get my nose blcoked but if i go outside or am at home I don't have that much blockage.
Do you think it is to do with dust mints in carpet at work. i don't have carpet at home.
So Not sure what I should do, although I have deceided to drink ACV regularly until I get rid of my mucus completly.
Please ADVISE for my QUESTION."
Replies07/03/2009: Emily from High Point, NC replies: "Wanted to respond to Hema from Sydney. I've heard that yeast could be a number one cause for why our sinuses may react better or worse in different places. If the building you work in is an older building that makes it more likely to have mold growing inside the walls. It's crazy what that stuff can do to a person!!"
03/14/2010: Lisa from Long Beach, Ca replies: "It sounds to me exactly like a dust mite allergy although there could be other allergens that might cause a similar reaction like mold. I had the same problem when I used to live in a house with old carpet. Every time I came home I felt sick and I began to wonder if I was somehow not wanting to come home! Of course, it turned out I was just allergic to dust and dust mites. Good luck in solving the problem!"
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[YEA] 05/07/2009: Cecilia from Vestavia, Alabama writes: "ACV cured my cronic sinus infections. I have had recurring sinus infections for years. Recently, I have been on antibiotics for 6 weeks, steriods for 10 days, deongestants at night and two different allergy medicines for the last 2 years. Two weeks after my last infection, I noticed the congestion and pain returning. Since I had gained 15 pounds in two weeks because of the steriods, I refused to go back to the Dr. to start the antibiotic and steriod treatment again. I started researching on the web for natural sinus infection cures and ran across this site.I was willing to try anything at this point. I had a bottle of H____ ACV in the cabinet. I started drinking 2 1/2 tablesspoons of it mixed into an 8oz glass of water 3 times a day. By the 2nd day I noticed that the pressure was gone and the congestion had lessened. It has been 3 days now and my sinuses are totally clear. I have stopped all of my medicines; the antihistamines, allergy pills and decongestants and feel better than I have in years. This has been a God send. I am going to the health food store to buy some undistilled ACV. If the store bought brand was able to do this, I can't wait to see what the undistilled version will do for me. Thank you!"
Replies08/27/2009: Adina from Livonia, Ny replies: "How long(days) did you to take the ACV to have the sinus cure completely???"
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[YEA] 05/04/2009: Toinette from Long Island, N.Y. USA writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar has changed my life, seriously. I've seen 4 different doctors this past year and been given different antibiotics by each one for my blocked sinus. I haven't felt well or had much energy for a couple of years due to the ongoing sinus problem that never has gotten cured. I quit drinking wine and all alcohol cause I read that can cause a lot of yeast. The last guy I saw was an ENT who put me on a z-pack for 1 week, to be followed by 1 month of Prednisone and another z-pack at the end of the treatment. I took the 1st dose of antibiotics and filled the prescription for the Prednisone but before taking it looked it up on the internet only to read a lot of really scary stuff about it. I decided not to take it and that night I found this site which I absolutely love! I started immediately with the AVC ( 2 Tbsp.) mixed with a tiny amount of juice and 1/4 tsp. baking soda and the rest of the glass (8 oz) filled with water. Within maybe half an hour I could breathe out of my right nostril which was impossible before. The CTscan showed total blockage on that side. So I've been doing this for about a month now, in the AM, sipping during the day, and again in the PM and my breathing is so much better and I don't wake up in the middle of the night anymore having to spray or put on a nose bandaid thing. I'm not cured yet but I believe I will be. I also started oil pulling last week and that also helps. I can actually blow my nose and stuff is coming out of the right side finally. It's dark yellow so I know it's an infection but I think with time it will be cured. I don't expect things to work overnight, though the avc did start having an effect pretty fast. I cured myself of cervical cancer years ago with macrobiotics. It took 3 months. So I'll be patient with this and also try to cut out things like sugar, flour, dairy which I know would help. I also tried the avc as a rinse after washing my face and it leaves your skin looking like glass! It's amazing. I'm 58 and so sick of trying new stuff for my skin that never seems to make a difference but this seems to work nicely. I'm so happy to have found this site with like minded people. I really do believe the body can heal itself with the right natural things."
Replies08/17/2009: Sandra from Norwalk, Ca replies: "ACV is already working for me, but I wanted to know more about how you cured your cervical cancer. I was just diagnosed with cronic cervicitis and apparently need some type of procedure. Is there anything you can recommend instead of surgery?
Thank you,
Sandra"
09/04/2009: Mary from Clackamas, Oregon replies: "I was also curious about this so I went to google and looked up macrobiotics.. There is a lot of helpful information on wikipedia.com"
09/20/2009: Debb1010 from Athens, Ohio replies: "To this poster....Toinette from Long Island, N.Y
I wish I had your email address so that I could talk to you privately about the macrobiotic diet you introduced into your life for your health. Please write me debb1010@hotmail.com"
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[YEA] 04/22/2009: Anne from Branford, CT USA writes: "Thanks for all these great tips on using Apple Cider Vinegar to cure sinus infections. After 21 days on one of the strongest antibiotics, I still had a sinus infection. My doctor wanted to send me for a CAT Scan. After finding your site, I tried two things. I put 2-3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in 2-3 cups of water in a pan on the stove then put a towel over my head and inhaled the steam for about 10-15 mins. I did this three nights in a row and now I can breathe clearly, no more pressure and my headache is gone. It worked wonderfully. I also tried one cup of very warm water with a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and some honey to kill the taste. I drank about 1/2 the cup for two days, so this may have helped as well."
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[YEA] 04/09/2009: Leigh from Andover, MA writes: "With pages and pages here tolling the virtues of ACV I decided to give it a try. I'm facing sinus surgery in a month and seem to have picked up a cold or little bug and my head is full of pressure and I feel pretty blah. I put a teaspoon of ACV into my neti pot (with sea salt) and poured it through - I only used 1/2 pot for each side because it *does* burn! But it wasn't totally unbearable. I also put 2 TBSP in ~8 oz. warm water and sipped it. While this didn't produce a lot of nasal discharge, it does seem to have relieved quite a bit of the pressure in my sinuses. I will try another dose at bedtime (about 5 hours after the first) and see how the night goes. However, I have nasal polyps in my ethmoid sinuses and I believe I will still have to have surgery to remove those and straighten my septum. But if anyone has any natural remedy that can shrink those polyps (I doubt anything will make them go away) I'd *love* to hear about it!"
EC: A few remedies on this page: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/sinus_polyps.html
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[YEA] 03/31/2009: Serbella from St. Louis, Missouri/USA writes: "Several days ago I developed a severe sinus infection, complete with dental pain that made me lie awake at night crying. I had sinus pressure on the left side of my face, and I could feel my sinuses draining down my throat.
I was on the internet about an hour ago and I saw your site. Figured what the heck, the Aleeve wasn't doing anything to relieve the pain, and the decongestent was not working. I had a bottle of Apple Cider Vinegar and I went a little overboard: I put in one ladleful of AVC in a tall glass of warm water, which I believe probably evens out to three or four tablespoons of AVC.
Hey,I was desperate.
I drank it all down in one sitting. Now, forty five minutes later, the dental pain is just about gone, and my throat doesn't feel raw anymore. I know you said to use it before the onset of the infection, but the only time I've ever feel this good this quickly was when I was using prescription drugs.
I'm a believer in ACV now. Will follow up later with at least two more glasses of the stuff. Thank you!"
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[YEA] 03/31/2009: J. from Alexandria, MN writes: "I was surfing the net looking for sinus infection remedies when I came across this site and read how many people were for this treatment. I tried it (I used 2 teaspoonfulls) and have to admit was a little sick to my stomach afterward, but I already feel much better. I also had a sore throat which has gotten better since taking ACV(not quite gone yet though). When I do another treatment I will try the honey suggestion someone made on this site as I think that will make it taste better. I am grateful I found this site!"
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[YEA] 03/23/2009: Donna from Frederick, MD writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) treated my sinus infection. I got bad colds for a week with yellow mucus. I had a head pressure and headache when I got up in the morning. I used netipot with salt to get rid of colds. I also took "Cold Eeze" to reduce the severity of colds which was helpful. I searched for a remedy and I found this web site and I decided to try ACV. Wow! It did help to make my head pressure and headache disappeared. It also cleared out my thick mucus membrance in my throat. I was able to breathe better. Thanks for your suggestion."
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[YEA] 02/10/2009: Lisa from Puyallup, WA writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar cured my sinus infections.
A sincere "thank you" to everyone who took the time to write comments on this remedy. I'm not one to believe everything I read on the internet, but the strength of your numbers gave me the courage to try. Last November I was suffering from a dreaded sinus infection. I'm fed up with antibiotics, so in desperation I googled and found you guys! I put one to two tablespoons ACV in warm water, added a little honey and drank it. Within 30 minutes, I was feeling better. I repeated three times a day over two days, and I was cured! I just repeated this last week when I was suffering from a cold that wouldn't let go. Everyone at work was getting sinus infections with this one, but not me! You folks are the best. Thank you thank you."
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