‘Tis the season of tissues and sniffles and
sneezes, but we have some herbal solutions for your beleaguered sinuses. It is
important to know that Chinese herbs treat the causes of health
problems, rather than merely attacking the symptoms that are pointing to
the cause. So, using your symptoms as guideposts, select the herbal formula
that fits your underlying health patterns:
Nasal/sinus congestion, itchy eyes—have
you lost hope of ever breathing through your nose again? If you feel that the
box of tissues is taunting you, you will want to solve the deeper issues
causing your nasal blockage. Wind, heat, and dampness in the energy channels of
your system can cause itchy eyes and sinus congestion that ranges from a mildly
stuffy nose to severe congestion. HB clears obstructions in your
energy system, leading to clear nasal passages and sinuses.
Runny nose, watery eyes—is
your nose red from constant blowing, and sore from a steady drip? If you feel
like the kid who tried to plug the hole in the dyke, you need to resolve the
source of your sniffles. Wind and cold in the energy channels of your system
can cause what the Chinese call wind cold bi: runny nose, sinus
headache, and watery eyes. CB dispels those intruders from your
energy system and strengthens your protective energy to improve immune function
and allow your sinuses to resume healthy function.
Sinus pressure—you
may not have a stuffy nose or a runny nose, but maybe you do have a feeling of
pain or pressure in the bony areas above or under your eyes? If the upper part
of your face is aching, throbbing, or perhaps feeling like an over-inflated
balloon, you need to take a sure step on the path back to full health. Wind,
heat, and dampness in the Lung and Stomach channels of energy can lead to
frontal and sinus congestion and headaches. QT clears the blockages in
your energy flow, ultimately resulting in relief from your sinus pressure.
If you’re not sure which herbal formula you
need, give us a call and we’ll set up an appointment for Dr. Olson to pin-point
the root of your sinus problems and get you on the road to healing!
