Sinus Congestion? The Solution is Saline.

The best solutions to any given problem are also often the simplest. When it comes to sinus congestion, Naväge offers an excellent solution that's not simple, it's literal: Saline!

By using saline solution to flush out one's nasal passages, Naväge can help mitigate cold and allergy congestion. It's safe. It's drug-free. And most importantly for anyone struggling with sinus congestion, it's highly effective.

The question here isn't if Naväge can help. Personal testimonies and mounting scientific evidence prove the efficacy of nasal irrigation.

The interesting question is...how?

What is it about a simple mixture of salt and water that makes it so beneficial for congestion?

Salty Water Brings Sweet Relief

Salt is kind of a big deal. It's essential for human life. It's the only mineral we eat. During much of human history, the simple table salt we now know to be sodium chloride (NaCl) was known as "white gold" - a substance so valuable that it inspired exploration and trade and innovations that enabled the creation of civilization itself.

And for thousands of years, it's been used medicinally. In particular, maritime communities noticed that seawater seemed to help clear their sinuses. Something about this natural solution helped people to breathe easier, but they didn't know why. We wouldn't figure out how saline worked until relatively recently.

Germ Warfare

A sinus infection (or sinusitis) is an inflammation, or swelling, of the tissue lining your sinuses. Sinuses are structures inside your face that are normally filled with air. Bacterial infections, viral infections and allergies can irritate them, causing them to get blocked and filled with fluid. The most common cause of sinusitis is the common cold (a virus). This can cause pressure and pain in your face, nasal congestion (a stuffy nose) and other symptoms.

Get Loose

For anyone suffering from sinus congestion, there's more good news. In addition to inhibiting microbial growth, saline is a natural decongestant. By removing water from mucus, it thins out and loosens the gunk that's clogging you up.

Different Salts, Different Results?

NaCl is NaCl. Whether it's used to season food or to clear ice from roadways, it's chemically identical - but that doesn't mean there aren't important differences caused by additives and pollutants. Many table salts contain "anti-caking agents" that you might not want in your nasal passages. Though seawater is natural, it's increasingly compromised by micro-plastics and other pollution. Fortunately, we carefully monitor the composition of the saline in our Naväge SaltPods, ensuring a perfectly balanced nasal rinse.

But there's no need to take our word for it. Give Naväge a try and see for yourself if it's worth its salt!