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Neti Pot for sinus rinses ("jalaneti")

Tue, 19 Dec 2006

I bought a neti pot in November from Health & Yoga:

(Link opens new window. Select "Neti Pot" in the products list on the left and click "Go").

I've used it almost every day and couldn't be more pleased.

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Saltwater washes (nasal saline lavage or irrigation) for sinusitis

Tue, 13 Sep 2005

<http://my.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/hw67090.asp>

This really works. It kind of burns the first time you try it, but after the second application it feels good.

Saltwater washes (saline lavage or irrigation) help keep the nasal passages open by washing out thick or dried mucus; they can also help improve the function of cilia that help clear the sinuses. This can help prevent the spread of infection to the other sinuses and reduce ...

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Chronic Fatigue: Is it all in my head?

Thu, 08 Sep 2005

Psychology Today.com

<http://articles.health.msn.com/id/100108845/>

"If you ask a person who is depressed, 'What would you do tomorrow if you were better?' they say, 'I don't know.' Chronic fatigue sufferers will give you a list of 10 things."

The body's stress response may be crucial to triggering diseases like ...

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