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What’s Really Causing Your Stuffy Nose?

 

Your nose was meant to help you breathe. While we certainly have our mouth as a backup, it is the primary function of your nose to inhale and exhale oxygen for your body. For many, we take this granted. There are a notable percentage of people who miss out on free nasal breathing due to…

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Why You Should Expand Your Hygiene Routine to Include Nasal Cleaning

 

In the era of ten-step skincare routines and meticulous grooming, are you inadvertently overlooking an important step of your hygiene routine? Almost every lungful of air your body processes comes through your nasal passages, right alongside allergens, pollutants, dust and other contaminants. If you find yourself struggling with chronic congestion or difficulty breathing, upping your…

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How is a Nasal Obstruction Affecting Your Quality of Life?

 

When the structures of the nasal passage collapse or suffer injury, you may suffer from nasal obstructions. The degree to which an obstruction impacts your everyday activities will depend on its location and severity. For some sufferers, symptoms are not readily noticeable, as they present during sleeping hours. Even when a nasal obstruction is not…

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Tired of snoring (or someone else’s snoring)?

 

Snoring is a VERY common complaint for many people who don’t breathe properly when they sleep.  This results in frequent mouth breathing which is not only uncomfortable but inefficient.  While severe snoring can be associated with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), the majority of snoring is due to chronic nasal congestion or obstruction. This often results…

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Top Benefits of Turbinate Reduction Surgery

 

Turbinates are little bony and soft tissue structures within the nose that support the nasal passages and cleanse the air as it enters the airway. Occasionally, these structures become swollen or inflamed, causing air to flow more slowly through the nose and contributing to various common sinus problems. This issue can be resolved with turbinate…

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Why You Should Start Nasal Rinsing

 

While we appreciate our nose for allowing us to smell and breathe, your nose plays another important role behind the scenes. Each time we breathe in air, the nose acts as a filtering system for our body. The mucus lining of the nose traps harmful particles such as bacteria, allergens and pollutants. Microscopic hairs inside…

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How’s Your Nasal Hygiene?

 

You wash your hands, you wash your face, but what about your nose? Neglecting to clean this central and highly used part of your body can invite disruptive issues that you could otherwise avoid, especially if you are prone to sinus problems and allergies. Instead of fighting against your stubborn stuffy nose on a daily…

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Effective Treatment Options for Chronic Sinusitis

 

With the cooler weather, sinus issues can be aggravated, making you feel miserable. Finding the right treatment can be challenging. Symptoms can go away with rest and over-the-counter medications. If your symptoms persist, there are other options available to address the core root of your discomfort. Here are the top three effective treatment options to…

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Is a Nasal Obstruction Impacting Your Health?

 

Breathing through your nose is the healthiest way to intake oxygen. The air is moistened and warmed as it passes through the turbinates in the nasal passage; it is also better filtered to remove harmful contaminants. Nasal obstructions can make it difficult to breathe through your nose, which can result in mouth breathing that is…

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