5 Foods That Are Natural Decongestants
1. Jalapeños
Capsaicin, a chemical found in spicy peppers, is what causes that "jalapeños burn."
If you can stand the heat, capsaicin will irritate your sinuses and soften nasal blockages.
2. Mustard
This one’s a bit weird, but if you add mustard powder to a footbath, not only will your feet smell like hot dogs…
It’ll increase circulation to your legs, reducing the amount of blood (and pressure) sent to your nose.
3. Ginger
Ginger’s health power has long been used to help clear a clogged nose.
If you don’t mind the strong flavor profile, you can boil 2 cups of water with ginger pieces and drink it as a tea.
4. Radishes
The taste may be big and spicy, but radishes are rich in antioxidants that help loosen congestion.
5. Onions
For centuries, drinking onion juice has been a popular home remedy...
That’s because the sulfuric compounds in onions act as a natural expectorant.
But seriously onion juice?! No thank you
If most foods above don't sound appetizing, I have good (albeit surprising) news.
When it comes to nose congestion, one of the best strategies is to help your body produce MORE mucus...
Why MORE Mucus Helps You Stay Healthy
If you associate mucus with a giant box of tissues, you’re certainly not alone…
But mucus is actually one of your body’s most important resources!
Your mucosa (aka: mucus barrier) plays a vital role in the body.