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How to Clear a Stuffy Nose: Tips & Home Remedies

You’re just not you when you’re sick. One of the complaints from cold sufferers is a stuffy nose! First things first, get any lingering mucus cleared by gently blowing your nose as needed. You can also consider these 3 tips on unblocking a clogged nose.

Three Tips for Sinus Congestion Relief

Avoid common irritants

Avoid common irritants

Cold sufferers with nasal or sinus congestion should avoid irritants such as smoke and strong perfume.

Drink water

Drink water

Ask any doctor how to relieve a cold, and they’ll tell you that staying hydrated is paramount. Your body needs plenty of fluids to keep your immune system fighting against infection. What’s more, drinking warm liquids like hot water with lemon, tea, or broth can help break up mucus to ease congestion, and also soothe an irritated throat. Just be sure to avoid alcohol, coffee, and sugary drinks, as they can sometimes lead to increased dehydration.[3]

Take a decongestant

Take a decongestant as directed

Stuffy noses are often caused by swollen nasal passages. An over-the-counter-medicine like TYLENOL® Cold+Flu Severe can help relieve a stuffy nose!

Home Remedies for Stuffy Nose

Take a hot shower

Take a hot shower

Inhaling steam helps open airways and loosen mucus, making it easier to expel and clear a congested nose.

Use a humidifier

Use a humidifier

A cool mist humidifier can help open airways to ease nasal congestion. Humidifiers are especially helpful to reduce stuffy nose at night.

Relax with a warm compress

Relax with a warm compress

After blowing your nose, apply a warm washcloth to your face for about 15 minutes to help treat nasal or sinus congestion. Refresh as needed to keep the compress warm. Breathing in the moist air can also help provide relief to a congested nose.

Always talk to your doctor if you have any questions or if symptoms get worse.

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