Studies show that seawater helps relieve cold symptoms
December 15, 2008Nasal irrigation is a traditional Ayurveda and Yoga medicine technique. With the use of a saline solution, nasal irrigation can both clean and hydrate the nasal passages to reduce congestion and promote clear breathing and overall nasal health.
A recent study shows that 100% natural-source seawater can help relieve such common cold symptoms as stuffy and runny nose and sore throat. A study published in 2008 of approximately 400 children aged six to 10 with colds or the flu - an age group at an especially high risk of such illnesses - showed that children using hydraSense, a nasal wash that contains 100% natural-source seawater, had faster resolution of nasal secretion, blockage and sore throat. These children also reduced their use of medications, such as nasal decongestants and mucolytics, and had significantly higher improvement in health status as assessed by physicians.