Catarrh is a build up of mucus in the nasal passages and throat. It is not considered to be a disease on its own, but is more considered to be a symptom of colds, allergies, and polyps. It is the immune system reaction to infection and irritation.
How do I know if I have catarrh?
- Stuffy nose
- Runny nose
- Post-nasal drip
- Persistent and irritating cough
- Headache
- Facial pain
- Loss of smell and taste
- Partial hearing loss
- Crackling sensation in the middle ear
- Fatigue
How do I prevent catarrh?
Because catarrh is a natural immune system response, there is no way to prevent it from happening and you don’t really want to! It’s a sign that your body is trying to fight off a cold or allergies so it’s the warning that you need to begin treating and preventing those conditions!
How do I treat catarrh?
- Mix sunflower oil with seabuckthorn seed oil and rub on the inside of your nose.
- Blackseed oil can be used to help fight against catarrh.
- Colloidal silver boost the immune system.
- Serrapeptase can be used to help with pain and inflammation.
- Avoid foods that are high in allergens such as white flour and dairy.
- Stay hydrated.
- Eat lots of onion and garlic as they naturally help to fight off bacteria.
- Vitamin C and zinc help to boost immunity and clear out illnesses.
- Inhale steam! Try adding a few drops of eucalyptus or peppermint oil to the water when you steam.
- Goldenseal helps to boost immunity.
- A warm, salt water gargle helps to ease throat pain and clear out mucus.
- A facial massage with tea tree, eucalyptus and lavendar essential oils helps to clear up nasal passages. Remember to dilute with almond or olive oil.
