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Chlorine Dioxide for Sinus Infections

Rob (Kentucky) on 06/27/2026
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>Chlorine Dioxide for Nose

Chlorine dioxide proves to be an effective solution for addressing nasal issues, whether for temporary relief during a cold or for long-term sinus problems. This formula can be utilized for nasal maintenance and, in conjunction with chlorine dioxide Phase 3, for treating the flu.

Preparing Chlorine Dioxide Solution for Nose

1. Add 1 drop of activated MMS (Chlorine Dioxide) to 1 ounce of distilled water (or purified water if distilled water is not accessible).

2. Transfer the Chlorine Dioxide Nose solution to a clean eye dropper bottle.

3. The standard ratio for the Chlorine Dioxide Nose solution is one activated MMS (Chlorine Dioxide) drop to one ounce of distilled water.

4. The solution will remain viable for 7 days if stored in a cool, dark place. Create a fresh batch weekly, if needed.

Using Chlorine Dioxide Nose Solution

1. Lie on your back on a bed without using a pillow.

2. Place four to eight drops of Chlorine Dioxide Nose solution into each nostril. Allow some of the solution to drain into the sinus area and let it remain for five minutes.

3. Repeat the process for the other nostril.

4. It is normal to experience slight burning when introducing MMS (Chlorine Dioxide) to the nostrils, which should subside shortly.

5. Keep a tissue handy to manage any drainage that occurs when sitting upright.

6. Apply the Chlorine Dioxide Nose treatment three times a day until the condition is resolved.

Using Chlorine Dioxide as a Nasal Wash

1. Add distilled water (or purified water if distilled water is not accessible) to your Neti-pot. Also add Sea salt.

2. The standard ratio for the Chlorine Dioxide Nose solution is one activated MMS (Chlorine Dioxide) drop to one ounce of distilled water. Example: 8oz saline solution = 8 drops MMS.

3. Use Neti-pot as normal.

Chlorine Dioxide Antimicrobial Activity

Chlorine dioxide is frequently used to sterilize water and make it safe to drink. The maximum safe limit for chlorine dioxide in drinking water, according to the EPA, is 0.8 mg/L [7].

Chlorine dioxide gas can go through bacterial cell membranes and cause cell death in the pH range of 3-9 [4, 8].

In lab tests, chlorine dioxide was more effective at inactivating fungal spores than chlorine. It inactivated fungal spores by damaging the cell wall and cell membrane, thus causing the leakage of cell substances and eventually, fungal death [9].

In another study, a chlorine dioxide solution reduced 98.2% of bacteria and fungi in a lab test (E. coli, Staphylococcus, Pseudomonas, listeria, salmonella, Candida albicans, etc) [3].

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Pau D' Arco Tincture for Sinus Infection

Rob (Kentucky) on 05/14/2026
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Pau d’Arco bark is known for its potential medicinal properties, contains a compound called lapachol, which is believed to contribute to its anti-microbial action. Pau D'arco exhibits broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against bacteria, viruses, fungi (especially anti-candida), and parasites.

When making hunting bows, it was observed by the Inca Indians, that when the tree was alive and even after it was cut down, it never developed growth of mold, mildew, or fungi.

Clinical Applications
Inflammation: May lower COX-2, prostaglandins, and nitric-oxide → possible benefit for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Infections: Lab work shows activity against Candida, Aspergillus, Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus faecalis and some viruses (e.g., herpes).

Wound Healing: Beta-lapachone stimulates proteins that aid tissue repair (shown in animal studies).

Anti-parasitic & anti-infective: Applied for dysentery, skin infections, urinary complaints.

One illustrative case involved a patient presenting with a persistent staph infection on the nasal region, manifesting as an open, oozing wound. Despite undergoing a year-long course of conventional treatments—including antibiotics, steroid creams, and multiple injections—the lesion failed to heal.

Following consultation at our office and initiation of a prescribed therapeutic dosage of Pau d’Arco, the patient experienced rapid improvement:

Week 1: The infectious wound closed

Week 2: Healing progressed with healthy pink tissue visible beneath the skin

Month 1: Complete elimination of the infection

This case highlights the potential therapeutic value of Pau d’Arco in refractory infections, though further research is warranted given the scarcity of formal clinical data.

How to use:

Neti-pot for chronic sinus infections, try herbs that kill both bacteria and fungi. Think Pau D’Arco tincture. 5-10 drops per pint of saline.

Nasal spray bottle, add 5 drops per 1 oz. saline solution.

Xlear, Rescue Nasal Spray with Xylitol contains Pau D’ Arco in it.

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Boric Acid and Sea Salt for Sinusitis

Rob (Kentucky) on 05/01/2026
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I have been re-visiting my roots and how in grandmother (born 1910) used boric acid and borax around the house and farm.

Sinus Irrigation using Boric Acid USP / Sea Salt nasal rinses areused to treat chronic rhinosinusitis and sinus issues, often utilizing 1 – 2 teaspoons of boric acid powder in 8 oz. of saline distilled water to reduce bacterial of fungal load. These solutions work by reducing mucosal edema, drawing out mucus, and treating infections.

Boric acid is a mild, topical antiseptic used to inhibit bacterial and fungal growth on the skin. Boric acid is primarily used medically as avaginal suppository to treat recurrent yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis, especially cases resistant to conventional antifungal treatments. It acts as an antiseptic, antifungal, and antiviral agent, helping to balance vaginal pH and odor. It is also used in eye drops, ear drops, skin antiseptic solutions applied to cuts, scraps and burns, and for athlete's foot.

It acts as a bacteriostatic and fungistatic agent, meaning it inhibits the growth of bacteria (like E. coli and various streptococci) and fungi (likeCandida), rather than killing them outright. They work in conjunction with the host’s immune system to eliminate infections by inhibiting bacterial protein production, DNA replication, or metabolism. Common bacteriostatic antibiotics include tetracyclines (e.g., doxycycline), macrolides (e.g., erythromycin, azithromycin), sulfonamides, and clindamycin..It is effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Boric acid can kill parasites, specifically Trichomonas vaginalis (causing trichomoniasis) through vaginal suppositories. It acts as a desiccant against pests like insects and flea larvae.

Bacteria Boric Acid is Effective Against(but not limited too)

Escherichia coli (E. coli): Effective against various strains, including those tested in vitro.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Weakly bactericidal, often used at concentrations of 10 g/l.

Acinetobacter calcoaceticus/septicus: Shows susceptibility in laboratory tests.

Group B streptococci: Satisfactorily inhibited at concentrations of 10 or 20 g/l.

Coliform bacteria: Effective in reducing numbers in experimental studies.

Staphylococcus aureus (including MRSA): Shows susceptibility to boric acid and borate salts.

Propionibacterium acnes: Associated with acne, targeted by the antiseptic action of boric acid.

Gardnerella vaginalis: Associated with bacterial vaginosis (BV).

Salmonella Enteritidis: Reduced in in vitro, though not in vivo, studies.

HERE IS MY FORMULA:

1-2 teaspoons Boric Acid USP (HUMCO Brand)

1-2 teaspoons Sea Salt (the more salty the better. Salt reduce sinus congestion, postnasal drip, and remove allergens and mucus)

8 oz. distilled water

Neti-pot (Gurunanda neti pot at Dollartree $1.25)

Put 8 oz. distilled water into a glassware measuring cup and heat it in the microwave for about 1 minute or heat in a pan on stove. Boric acid dissolves better in warm water. Then add the Sea Salt. Stir til dissolved. Allow too cool to room temperature. Load neti-pot and irrigate sinuses. Do this 2 times daily til sinusitis is resolved.

Source Book: Borax the Magic Crystal 1915

Link: https://www.elsmerecanyon.com/tickcanyon/borax/borax.pdf

From the Book; Tonsils and Adenoids – Treatments and Cure from the Standpoint of the Physician and Laryngologist in Preference to that of the Surgeon and Laryngectomist, by Richard Biddle Faulkner · 1915

PRESCRIPTIONS.

(A) Rx

Powdered Borax – Grains 68 (4.4 grams = one teaspoon)

Essence of Peppermint (Peppermint oil) – Minims 20 (1.2 ml = 24 drops

Warm water – One pint

A toilet requisite for the nose and mouth. A cleanser and sterilizer. Saturate a wad of absorbent cotton

with the solution and carefully mop out the vestibule of the nose, morning and evening, or more frequently, when necessary. This method of keeping the nose clean is greatly preferred to that of using atomizers and douches, as the latter serves only to wash filthy matter farther in, and at the same time leads to trouble in the ears and antrum. The solution is also a very efficient gargle.

From the Book – Dr. Chase’s New Receipt Book and Medical Advisor or Information for Everybody by A.W. Chase MD, page 88. 1927.

BORAX – Its Value in Catarrh, Throat Difficulties, Inflamed Eyes, Dandruff, etc.

– I. A solution of 1 Dr.(¾ teaspoon) to soft water, 2 pt., snuffed up into the nostrils, is valuabie in catarrhal difficulties; if recent. it will effect a cure. Use 3 times daily; though I must say I think it is easier taken in powder, as a snuff, and better too, takeÅ„ 5 to 10 times daily. I combine sugar, dr., with powdered borax, 1 oz ; and put in a few drops of white rose perfume, as a snuff; and if the throat is sore, drop a pinch of it into the throat at each time of snuffing. It soon benefits both difficulties.

Anchor Google Patients: Methods of treating Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Boric Acid

Source: https://patents.google.com/patent/US20160271173A1/en

The formulation comprises boric acid in an amount (weight per volume, w/v) from about 1.0-4.0%, particularly from about 1.0-2.5%. In particular embodiments, the formulation comprises boric acid in an amount of about 2.0% (w/v).

In various embodiments, the formulation additionally comprises a saline solution, wherein the concentration (w/v) of sodium chloride (NaCl) in water is from about 0.5-1.2%. In a particular embodiment the concentration of sodium chloride in water is 0.9% (w/v), that is, isotonic saline. In one embodiment, the formulation comprises about 2% (w/v) of boric acid in a saline solution having about 0.9% (w/v) of sodium chloride in water.

In various embodiments, the method of administering the boric acid formulation comprises applying a volume of the formulation into each nare of the subject in need in a manner sufficient to penetrate the nasal and paranasal cavities. The volume of the formulation may be administered by any appropriate means known to those skilled in the art and include, but are not limited to, douching, nebulization, atomization, inhalation, irrigation, spray, drops, or insufflations. In particular embodiments, a volume of the formulation is administered by drops into each nare. In other particular embodiments, the volume of the formulation is applied by spray into each nare.

A present invention further provides a formulation comprising boric acid for use in treating chronic rhinosinusitis. In various embodiments, the formulation comprises about 1.0-4.0% (w/v) of boric acid, more particularly about 2.0% (w/v) of boric acid. In some embodiments, the formulation further comprises a saline solution having about 0.5-1.2% (w/v) of sodium chloride in water, in particular a saline solution having about 0.9% (w/v) of sodium chloride in water.

An in vitro study of boric acid against cultured Candida albicans demonstrated that 1% aqueous boric acid showed complete growth inhibition against 45 of the 46 fluconazole-susceptible strains tested and 24 of the 25 fluconazole-resistant strains tested. Using a focus set of six C. albicans strains the authors of this study were able to convincingly eliminate pH as a primary basis for the fungistatic effects of boric acid. No sign of sudden physical membrane damage was apparent and membrane integrity decreased only slightly during 24 hour exposure to 1% boric acid. (De Seta et al. (2009) J Antimicrob Chemother 63(2):325-36.) This same study reported that 2.5% boric acid was sufficient for complete growth inhibition of 17 of 17 bacterial strains tested including Staphylococcus aureus (2 strains), Enterococcus faecalis, Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Staphlyococcus epidermis, Bacillus sp., Streptococcus pyogenes, Streptococcus agalactiae, Citrobacter freundii, Enterobacter cloacae, E. coli (2 strains), Klebsiella pneumonia, Shigella sp., Proteus sp., Salmonella sp., and Serratia sp. (De Seta et al., supra.

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Apple Cider Vinegar for Sinus Infection

Annie (Texas) on 11/02/2025
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Last night was the sixth day I had pain, throbbing pain easily a 7 out of 10 pain in my cheekbone/ under my eye. I read at Earth Clinic how Apple cider vinegar with the mother could help a sinus infection/congestion. So I used one tablespoon ACV in a mug with hot water, honey, lemon and a chamomile tea bag. I drank this around midnight and the next day I did not get any more throbbing in my face. I can't believe it, everyday for the past week I had 2-3 episodes of severe throbbing daily!!! I react poorly to antibiotics so I rarely take them. I'm so glad this helped, thank you to all who posted, I am way less congested as well! Don't forget to pray!
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Garlic Clove For Sinus Infections

Rob (Kentucky) on 06/01/2025
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Garlic Clove in Nostril for Sinus Issues –

A new trend on social media is to stick a clove of garlic halfway up each nostril for “sinus issue’s”. Big Pharma controlled websites (you know who they are… first ones that pop up on a word search and the ones that told you that ivermectin horse paste was dangerous and shouldn’t be used for COVID-19) will state “this is dangerous and should not be attempted…?”

I wanted to put my 2cents worth in on this subject.

I have Latin friends who put a clove of garlic in their ear for an earache. I use garlic infused oil as ear drops in my ear canal. Garlic is a strong anti-microbial. They call it Russian Penicillin for a reason.

In order for this remedy to work better, first wash the clove with water. Using a sharp knife, cut the tip off the clove to expose the inside of the clove. This helps to release the juice inside where the allicin is concentrated. Also, cut slits down the clove to aid in the release of the allicin.

Insert clove halfway into the nostril and leave to there for about 20-30 minutes. Then switch the clove to the other nostril and repeat. The reason for this is as you are breathing thru your other nostril, you will feel the strong garlic odor going up into your eustachian tubes and back of the sinus-larnex area. This is part of principle of aromatherapy. Repeat several times til issue is resolved.

Warning: Use caution with small children with objects in their nose. Garlic infused oil may be a better option with small children.

Another method is garlic tea used in your neti-pot. It’s simple to make. Crush one or two large clove of garlic and put in into a glass of distilled water. Allow it to steep for 20 minutes. Filter the water and load into your neti-pot and use as normal. You can curse me later...lol

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Hydrogen Peroxide and Saline in Neti Pot for Sinus Infection

Debra (Florida) on 02/10/2025
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So thrilled to find complete relief in such a simple way

I did 1/8 tsp 3% food grade H2O2 in my neti pot with 4 ozs warmed distilled water and a Neils Med saline/bicarbonate packet 3x's a day. This was completely better in 2 days but I continued for 3.


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Iodine Painting for Sinus Infection

Rob (Kentucky) on 11/13/2024
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Guinea Pig Rob Here…

A few days ago my GF son (21 years old) told us he was going to make an appointment with the Dr. due to lumps at the base of his skull and side of neck. I told my GF to have him come by tonite before he spends $600 with those Dumba$$’s.

Medical care is so bad here they will try and diagnose him with “non-Hodgkins lymphoma” or something stupid like that, he is “un-vaxxed” so that drops his chances for cancer way down for his age group, they’ll preform a bunch of expensive test on him, and then say the test are inconclusive but you owe them $40.k for the test. So I told my GF I’ll take a look at it (I have 25 years experience being a naturopath).

After examining him and the lumps I determined his lymph nodes around his neck were swollen due to a viral infection. I asked if he had been sick (Head Cold) recently and he said YES.

My GF thinks she knows all my medical trick… lol NOT! I got a small bottle of Tincture of Iodine 2% (alcohol based) from my stocks, dipped a Q-tip in it and started painting the skin over the swollen nodes. I gave him the bottle and told him to repeat painting them every 2-3 hours and call his mom in the morning and tell us if he see’s any difference.

The next morning he called to tell us that after only 3 painting, the nodes have shrunk by 50%!

Now, I’ve studied how the Russians have used Iodine Grid Painting. Iodine penetrating through the skin into muscle tissue and blood vessels, iodine has a detrimental effect on pathogens.

The Russians state: In case of runny nose, it is applied in very thin and neat lines to the bridge of the nose and the wings of the nose. If you have a cold, it makes sense to place the net on the feet and in the area of the calf muscles.

Sum of what the author is saying I believe and some I think is Hype…

So, I’m thinking to myself, if painting the lymph-node for an infection works so well... why not paint iodine (2% tincture or white iodine if you are worried about staining) over the forehead (frontal sinus pockets), under the eyebrows and across the nasal bone (ethmoid sinus), cheeks under eye (maxillary sinus). I also painted behind my ears and back of neck.

Edgar Cayce (1900 A.D.) advocated painting the sinus plexus daily for 2 weeks with castor oil, so this is not a new thing.

Do this at nite before bed so your eyes are closed.

In my area, the farmers are harvesting soybean and the chaf is all in the air causing everyone sinus issues including me. Using myself as a test subject I painted up my face with iodine before bed.

When I woke-up, I had a large glob of snoot in the sinus-larynex area. It was some much it was gagging me. Went out on the back patio to drink my coffee and had to blow my nose and the flood gate of hell come out. I felt so much better. My head was clear. Less congested. I’ll do another iodine painting tonite. This works

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Camphor Block for Sinus Issues

Rob (Kentucky) on 10/17/2024
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I was shown a new trick by “Ali” from Bangladesh. I’ve seen people from India adding camphor blocks to a pot of hot boiling water but never knew why. I assumed they liked the smell or repelling bugs or evil spirits or something til Ali explained and showed me its usage.

He said, they use this method to clear Sinus Pain and Headaches from the head. It is also good for Asthma, Bronchitis, Colds, Cough, Breathing problems, Lung Congestion, Congestion of the Nasal tract.

Buy some camphor. It comes in small tiny blocks and can be purchased from drug stores, online or at an Asian grocery store.

Anchor Jai Santoshi Maa Camphor Tablets 100 Small Tablets is the brand I am using.
Source image: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Jai-Santoshi-Maa-camphor-Tablets-100-Small-Tablets-1-1oz/245121055

Take one paper wrapped cube (about 5 tiny blocks about 1.5 grams) crush them and put into a pot/basin of boiling water, put a towel over your head, and inhale the steam or which ever method you use. Inhale deeply.

Note: I was not prepared for how STRONG the camphor steam was. I was hacking the whole 10 minute session and about another 15 minutes afterwards. But after about an hour I noticed I was breathing much better, less phelgmy and all around felt better… HUM….?

Caution: Camphor water is very hot and strong, so make sure your first few breaths are shallow and not too close to the steam you burn yourself.

Why it works?

Steaming camphor is not a new idea. I’m assuming this therapy came to American with the Chinese in the early 1800’s when they came here to work on the railroads if not earlier.

Back in the 1960’s and 70’s (I’m not that old), Mom would use a “Devilbiss Hot Steam Vaporizer-Humidifier” for those of you that can remember those (wish they were still made today, cuz THEY WORKED). They were a big glass jar basin with lite-blue lettering and a heating device that sat on top and sprayed hot steam into a room. Mom would put Vicks Vapo Steam Liquid Medication into the Hot Steam Vaporizers and it would help you breathe better.

Guess what “Vicks Vapo Steam Liquid Medication” ingredients are? Camphor (Synthetic) 6.2% w-v per 200ml, Alcohol 78%; Cedarleaf Oil; Eucalyptus Oil; Laureth-7; Menthol; Nutmeg Oil; Poloxamer 124; Silicone.

Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora) is widely used in all the ceremonies and rituals of Hindus. Apart from its prominent role in religious aspects, it is considered with high regards for its natural therapeutic properties for thousands of years. Camphor plays a vital role in every Indian household, as it is an excellent home remedy for several ailments right from cough, insect bites to cardiac issues. This white cubed wonder never fails you when you need a magic healer to get better relief from several issues.

Camphor is known to strengthen the immune system and to protect the body against bacteria, even that which is airborne. Camphor has the ability to eliminate the congestion in the lungs, bronchial tracts and nasal region to promote normal breathing. The reason that camphor essential oil and gum is included as an ingredient in so many commercial decongestant remedies is that it can help provide immediate respiratory relief. It helps to relieve any blockages in the respiratory system including the nasal tracts, lungs, pharynx, larynx and bronchial tubes. Camphor oil, or some other products that contain it, can be applied externally on the neck and chest as a remedy for acute or chronic pneumonia and bronchitis.

Camphora officinarum.

From the Book: The Inhalation Treatment of Diseases of the Organs of Respiration Including Consumption page 194-195 by Arthur Hill Hassall · 1885

Administration. – In powder, in vapour, or as an atomized spray.

For the inhalation of the vapour of camphor, an oro-nasal inhaler may be employed charged with the spirit, or the camphor may be inhaled in the vapour of hot water. For vapour inhalation the compound tincture should not be used, as the opium in this is non-volatile, and it is best suited for use as a spray. the powder of camphor, 1 to 4 grains insufflated.

Indications. - The inhalation by the nostrils of the powder of camphor, or of a strong camphorated spray, will sometimes stop colds in the head, if employed at the outset; or if it does not arrest them, it will frequently give much relief. In aphonia, in hoarseness, in spasmodic affections of the organs of respiration, in whooping- cough, and in the coughs of bronchitis and phthisis. Camphor inhalations are sometimes useful in that trouble-some chronic complaint characterized by seizures of incessant sneezing and profuse watery running at the eyes and nose, the patient remaining well in the intervals. The attacks may occur daily, beginning early in the morning, and may last for a few minutes only or may persist for several hours ; and they may occur at any hour of the day, recurring several times daily. Sometimes several days intervene between the attacks, which may last 24 hours or even longer. They are generally accompanied by severe frontal headache, and in some instances an itching of a point inside the nose, denotes the imminence of the attack. This affection lasts for years (Ringer). It evidently closely resembles hay fever.

The powder of camphor is sometimes inhaled as a snuff, mixed with tannin, in nasal catarrh or coryza. Monobromate of camphor has been found useful as an antispasmodic in whooping-cough and in asthma, in doses of 3 to 6 grains. If employed as a spray, it may be dissolved in a little spirit made up with water to ½ or 1 ounce

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Cayenne for Sinus Infections

laurextream (London) on 10/02/2024
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Cayenne

I tried this but it burns a lot, I feel like I am choking.

Is there a better remedy, that does the job but doesn't burn like this?

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Probiotics for a Sinus Infection

Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 03/13/2024
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Find an image of the structure of your sinuses. Do a regular neti pot rinse, blow your nose really well, then do another neti pot rinse with a purchased probiotic nasal rinse, tipping your head around, as per the structure, being sure to bend over forward AND tip your head back - as well as tipping side to side from all positions - straight, bent over and with your head tipped back. Do that to distribute it throughout the sinus passages. You'll feel it. Just keep rinsing, stopping to tip your head around, then keep rinsing and doing that until the pot is empty.

I've had 3 sinus "things" since I had "the" bug three years ago and this time, it rapidly began migrating to my lungs but this stopped it. I only did it one time, before bed, and bronchial tubes and lungs were both clear by morning. Sinuses still a bit stuffy but I used just a very tiny pinch of probiotics from a capsule. I'm going to try some cultivated microbes I'm currently preparing as I suspect this infection is rebooting.

Can't be sure, but I know that microbial drain cleaners (probiotics) travel through the pipes - even CLIMBING if there's gunk to eat which is why you also want to use the drain cleaners before bed so that nobody is running water through the drains, rinsing them away.

Not sure if that's what happens with the nasal rinse but it would make sense as even that tiny amount cleared all of the upper respiratory areas - save a single small area that I can feel in my sinuses - but it cleared my broncial tubes and lungs which were NOT rinsed, so...

We naturally breathe microbes - including the probiotics that usually keep us safe - all the time from the air, but when one is indoors all day, with unfriendly microbes floating around and procreating and one is constantly blowing one's nose, one is also constantly expelling the probiotics that get shut into the house or office with us. Or, at least, that is my suspicion.

ANYway - VERY exciting! I would say that if you use microbes you cultivate, yourself, for instance, if you make LABS - I would guess that it wouldn't take much. For soil, it's used in a 1/1000 ratio - or even MORE diluted so, just be aware. I've purposely not done it again as I expect there are CONbiotics in the house and hope it will come back, at which point I will try LABS, starting with a very diluted mixture and see what happens.

What I used this time was just a tiny bit from a PB8 probiotic capsule in about a half cup of warm water with a pinch of salt and a pinch or two of sugar, to wake them up, as I don't keep milk on hand because I don't use it for anything but LABS, so I was out of LABS, but I got a little bottle of milk and I'm cultivating some microbes as I write this so I'll have some LABS in couple of days.

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Re: Hydrogen Peroxide for Sinus Infection - Need Advice, Please

Rob (Kentucky) on 11/09/2023
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In 1904, Charles Marchand publishes the last of a series of 18 books on hydrogen peroxide as a treatment for typhoid fever, gastric ulcers, bronchitis and tuberculosis and more other disease. This is the most in depth study I’ve ever read.

From the book - The Therapeutical Applications of Peroxide of Hydrogen, Hydrozone and Glycozone, by Charles Marchand 9th Ed 1895

GENERAL DIRECTIONS FOR APPLYING

PEROXIDE OF HYDROGEN (MEDICINAL), H2O2, IN THE TREATMENT OF DISEASES CAUSED BY GERMS.

NOSE. —THROAT AND CHEST DISEASES. -TREATMENT.

CATARRH OF THE NOSE AND CATARRH OF THE THROAT.

Causes: Micro- organisms, principally of the micrococcus species have been detected by microscopical examinations, by scientific men and by myself, in the mucous discharges from the nostrils of persons afflicted with this disease. Those germs which are the cause of the infection are readily destroyed by Peroxide of Hydrogen (medicinal), and there is no danger for the patient to use these remedies in any quantity, as both are positively harmless.

Treatment: By means of an atomizer, made of glass and hard rubber, spray the nose and the throat copiously and repeatedly twice or three times every day with a mixture of:

1 tablespoonful Peroxide of Hydrogen, (medicinal), with 4 to 10 tablespoonfuls of distilled water (cold or lukewarm).

According to the degree of inflammation in the mucous membranes of the nasal cavities ; and, in case of extreme sensitiveness, use even still a larger proportion of water.

NOTE—In the absence of an atomizer, apply the remedy to the nose by sniffing the liquid from the hand through the nostrils repeatedly, and gargle the throat. It is always beneficial to swallow the remedy. Do not blow the nose too hard, as it might cause a temporary bleeding. In chronic cases of long standing, especially at the beginning of the treatment, when the tenderness of the mucous membrane is excessive, it often happens that the patient will feel, during one hour or so after each application of the remedy, a partial obstruction of either one or the other of the nostrils.

This very unpleasant feeling is often accompanied by frequent sneezing, which is due to the tickling sensation produced in the nasal cavities by the presence of a great quantity of minute bubbles of "O2, " being set free from the decomposition of Peroxide of Hydrogen coming in contact with the infected surface. The unhealthy secretions are destroyed by "O2" and the cleansing of the nostrils is made perfect.

In chronic cases, when the middle ear is affected, deafness is often the consequence of this disease. Then ozonized vapor inhalations should follow immediately the spraying of the nose and the throat, and should be administered by means of Hand Atomizer and Ozonizer, with a mixture thoroughly made of:

half Peroxide of Hydrogen (medicinal) and half chemically pure glycerine.

Renew the mixture every three days. It is important that the above mixtures should be made perfect by shaking the bottle well, otherwise the spray-tube of the apparatus might be clogged on account of the syrupy nature of the glycerine

A permanent cure may be effected in a very short time.

When chronic Catarrh of the Nose is very tenacious and painful, it is necessary at night, before retiring, to apply a few drops to the nostrils. Sniff it hard, as it will accelerate the cure.

In many cases the incurability of Chronic Catarrh of the Nose is due to partial or complete obstruction of the nasal cavities, caused by some abnormal conditions of growth, differing in their nature.

When such is the case, apply Peroxide of Hydrogen, as heretofore explained, morning and evening. After ten or fifteen days, if the excrescence does not disappear, it will be necessary to have a surgical operation performed for its removal.

After the excrescence has been removed or destroyed by means of the thermo-cautery, or any other operation (no caustic should be used, as it will most likely destroy both taste and smell), an absolute cure is certain if the above treatment is earnestly followed.

The profession well know that the therapeutical agents used for the treatment of this disease have been as follows: Bichloride of Mercury. -Calomel. —Sulphate of Zinc. -Sulphate of Copper.-Alum. -Nitrate of Silver. -Carbolic Acid. -Salicylic Acid. -Permanganate of Potash . -Borax. -Boracic Acid. —Subnitrate of Bismuth. -Common Salt. Muriate of Ammonia. -Extract of Eucalyptus. -Thymol. -Cocaine. -Camphor, etc.

It is easy to understand why Peroxide of Hydrogen (medicinal), will surely accomplish a permanent cure.

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Cayenne for a Sinus Infections

Deb B. (Costa Rica) on 09/26/2023
5 out of 5 stars

Cayenne for Sinus Infections

I was dubious, but miserable enough to try cayenne based upon the positive ratings. I'm SO glad I did!

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Oregano Oil for Sinus Infections

Michelle (CT) on 08/28/2023
5 out of 5 stars

Oregano oil from Swanson 10/1 5 caps x3 daily. for 10 days. This will also kill a UTI in 24 hours. Oregano oil can lower iron, so I take some extra while taking this. My history with sinus issues is epic. Starting at 15 [ I am now 63 ] Years non stop antibiotics. I developed a cyst in my left cavity the size of a grape that needed to be surgically removed. I was told I had be flat on my back for 10 days. Just not happening. Got a recommendation for another doctor. Diagnosed a congenital deformation in my left sinus that prevented it from draining completely. Surgery would have been a waste. He put me on claritin x 2 daily - Sudafed x 2 daily and simple amoxicillin. for 30 days. Day 28, after increasing pain and many assurances from the doc to just be patient, I hear a loud snap in my head and suddenly it felt like a fan just got turned on inside my brain. All I needed was to dry it out. The doc told me if I took one Sudafed every morning, I would never get another infection again. That was 27 years ago. Since I have serious allergies, I doubted his assertion. I've only had 4 and now I take the oregano oil at the 1st sign. Oregano oil is being studied for Lyme disease. It's amazing.
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Goldenseal for Chronic Fungal Sinus Infections

Rob (Kentucky) on 08/27/2023
5 out of 5 stars

GOLDENSEAL ROOT NASAL SPRAY for CHRONIC FUNGAL SINUS INFECTION

I had a client come to me with chronic sinusitis. She has been to the doctors many times over the past 6 months and has been prescribed different antibiotics and nasal sprays (Fluticasone) with no relief.

Since she was not responding to any anti-biotic treatment made me suspect she had a fungal infection and these lame doctors are not treating the underlying problem. Plus, researchers at Mayo Clinic discovered that sinusitis, an inflammatory disease, is caused by yeast 96% of the time and cured by anti-fungals. Fungi are the major cause of a chronic sinus infection. Individuals with weak immunity are more susceptible to such infections.

According to research, chronic sinusitis (there is also acute sinusitis) is a consequence of an immune disorder triggered by fungus. Back in 1999, a research team discovered that there were fungal organisms present in the mucus of 96 percent of patients who underwent chronic sinusitis surgery. Namely, fungus and mold spores are in the air all the time and therefore, we inhale them and they stay in the sinuses’ mucus lining. Since yeast are opportunistic organisms that flourish as immune function declines, it becomes obvious why these diseases are seen more. People who are more prone to chronic sinusitis will experience an immune response to the fungi, which will further cause sinusitis signs. This is why antifungals will be much more effective than antibiotics in treating the problem. Antibiotics do nothing to kill fungal infections and I believe they make things worse.

Results

She said she could see results after the 3rd spray. In less than one week, she is 90% better.

About Goldenseal Root

Goldenseal Root (Parts Used: primarily the root, to a lesser extent leaves) is widely used in many herbal salves and ointments as a disinfectant. Goldenseal root contains berberine and hydrastine which have a broad-spectrum antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral action. Goldenseal root was used by Native American tribes, including the Cherokee and Iroquois, as a yellow dye and for health conditions.

The herb's primary value is as an infection fighter for upper respiratory congestion and sinus infections as well as a topical antibiotic in skin infections, staph infections of the skin, cuts, wounds, sore throats, mouth ulcers, athlete's foot, ringworm, bronchitis, colds, whooping cough, pneumonia, gastritis ulcers, eczema, psoriasis, constipation, acne, thrush, recurrent ear infections, vaginitis, urinary tract infections, and eye infections (such as conjunctivitis and blepharitis).

How to make a Goldenseal Root Tincture Sinus Spray for Chronic Fungal Sinusitis

Material needed:

* 30ml empty clean nasal spray bottle

* Distilled water

* Goldenseal Root Tincture 1oz (must be alcohol-based ~ Not Glycerin based)

Recipe:

1. Add 15ml Goldenseal tincture to an empty nasal spray bottle. (1:1 ~ v tincture to water)

2. Top off bottle with distilled water.

How to use:

1. Use this spray twice in each nostril 2-5 times daily for a few weeks to resolve sinus infection.

Note: It stings a little for about 15 seconds but after that you're good to go.

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Hydrogen Peroxide and Sea Salt for Sinus Infections

Alyda (Calgary, AB) on 06/09/2023
5 out of 5 stars

Thirty years after a botched root canal (dentist punctured my sinus cavity with his root reamer) and a million sinus infections I finally found this website. I was skeptical (and worried) that this wouldn't work for me but I was wrong! I used a cup of distilled water, a packet of saline solution, and a capful of 3% HP solution. No irritation, and my stubborn left side is starting to loosen up. Hallelujah!!
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Goldenseal for Sinus Infections

freeone (oregon) on 03/17/2023
5 out of 5 stars

This is very effective for sinus infections.

Goldenseal tincture, I have from Earthpharm.

Use 1/2 dropper in 1/2 teaspoon salt solution. I used a dropper with my head tilted to ceiling, one dropper of the mix into each nostril. It didn't burn at all. It helped more than anything so far. Also drank a cup of water with a 1/2 dropper of goldenseal tincture. As GS also has berberine it passes through the blood-brain barrier, it's powerful, and helping as mentioned -more than any other remedy.

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Vibration for Sinus Drainage

Morninglaurie (Michigan) on 02/27/2023
5 out of 5 stars

I discovered this by accident…washing my face in the shower with an oscillating face brush. I had a terrible sinus infection, nothing was helping. I tried almost all of the other things posted here…2 weeks flat on my back. So after running hot water over my face, used the face brush, and accidentally crushed the bristles so that the backer was against the corner of my nose and felt the urge to sneeze as it vibrated. Interesting. So I crushed the bristles under my cheekbones and just let it vibrate. Moved it around..a little at a time, letting it vibrate each time for maybe 30 seconds. Didn’t realize it because I was already wet, but my nose started running. When I discovered it, I reached out of shower for a Kleenex, and blew….infection.

Oh my gosh it was finally moving. And my head no longer felt like it was ready to explode. So after that every few hours, I wrapped the bristles in a cloth so as not to scratch, and after heating my face with a warm rice pack, I would vibrate my sinus cavities. Every time I was able to blow out infection.

Now, I am still using the neti pot also with povidone iodine, Grapefruit seed extract and xylitol and now that is helping to rinse out mucous (hadn’t touched it before). Still draining a few days later, but I am not coughing after sleeping where the drainage settles in my airway, and am feeling almost human again. Will be ordering a silicone face cleaner/massager that vibrates so the bristles wont be an issue.

I have tried almost everything, including pressure points and massage, cayenne pepper drinks, honey, cider vinegar, sage tea, peroxide, povidone iodine, GSE, xylitol in the neti pot, etc. with no success. I used to be able to forestall an infection if I used the neti pot as soon as I could feel one coming on, but that no longer stops an infection for me. I don’t see a lot of research out there….wondering if I do this on a regular basis will it keep sinuses open?

I hope this helps someone out there..

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Re: Hydrogen Peroxide for Sinus Infection - Need Advice, Please

sharon (BC) on 02/20/2023
5 out of 5 stars

I use hydrogen peroxide (about 4-5 drops) in a nettie pot with himalayan salt and cleansed nasal cavity with great success. Also do hydrogen peroxide in a track S nebulizer. It does not take much in either device, I use them both and have had amazing relief by cleansing sinus pathways as well as lungs.
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Hydrogen Peroxide for Sinus Infection - Need Advice, Please

Lee (BC) on 01/18/2023
4 out of 5 stars

I've had a sinus infection which started from covid in early Nov. I started using Hydrogen Peroxide nasal rinse with 8oz distilled water, 2 tablespoons of food grade peroxide, neil med saline pouch, and a drop of baby shampoo. I did neil med bottle 3 times each of the 2 days.

My nose feels better, but im still a bit stuffy, especially at night with a white cloudy frothy mucus with the odd (5) small red spots of blood. Not sure if this is the virus that has been sticking around or is it from the peroxide?? I'm also wondering what adjustments I need to make to get rid of it

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Hydrogen Peroxide for a Sinus Infection

Lee (BC) on 01/16/2023
5 out of 5 stars

Oh my god! I had covid 2.5 months ago and I was in hospital 3 times the first 3 weeks...i was coughing and phlegmy and stuffed up and I had 2 courses of antibiotics when no help at all. I have been dealing with difficulty getting full breathes and the stuffy post nasal drip was making me cough like crazy. I have been so miserable and almost depressed. First off, I heard about hydrogen peroxide in the ears and at this point I had tried every natural remedy I could buy. must have spent close to $500 on vitamins and remedies at natures fair market. I put the drops in last night and I was 90%..it was within minutes, maybe 5 min in each ear. Then I read these posts and I did a nasal rinse and gargle and I felt clear and the best I felt in a long time...amazing! I did a rinse solution of TBSP of Hyrogen Peroxide, 8oz of distilled water, neilmed saline pouch x1, and a drop of baby shampoo. I'm going to do this 2-3 times a day. I will also do a gargle 2x and ears 2x...I hope I only have to do it for 2-3 days. My only thing now is getting inflammation down cause in my nostrils still look small and constricted..question: Will this solution help inflammation over time or should I be adding something else to help with that?
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