Neti Pot Cleanses Your Nostrils

Posted by Alex Zalben



According to their website, the Neti Pot, “naturally cleanses, refreshes, and protects the nasal passages, one of our body's first lines of defense against illness.” But I’m really only posting this so you can check out the demonstration video below:


Anybody ever used this? Is it actually as horrifying as it looks? Oh, and “thanks” to Geoff for the suggestion.

[$36, Himalayan Institute]


Comments

April said:

I have used one regularly and they work better than anything when you are having sinus issues. The only problem is it is not easy to get used to pouring water in one nostril and out the other. When you are not "clear" and really needing a Neti pot, it's not easy and pretty like the video.

Definitely not for everyone, but honestly works better than anything else when you have allergies. Got me through a 3 day outdoor music festival and I have hardcore allergies that keep me inside.

April 21, 2008 4:47 PM

Jonathan Harford said:

Despite what certain sketch comedians might assert, they do work. And are fun-ly horrifying.

April 21, 2008 4:51 PM

regan said:

They do work, although my husband likes to joke that I'm waterboarding myself when I use it.  

April 21, 2008 5:26 PM

everett said:

This is a great form of self-care. We sell them, use and love them. Keep the pollen, pollution and icky mucus from just sitting inside your sinus cavity. I admit this is not very American in concept, but once you try it you will get one of your own. I just sold one to a farmer that has been in this desert valley for almost 50 years; the immediate look of joy and relief on his face was priceless. Don't poo-poo ancient knowledge, I mean it.

April 21, 2008 9:16 PM

Adam Dachis said:

My sister uses this thing every day and swears by it.  She keeps telling me to try it since we have the same stuffed up issues that we inherited from our dad.  I haven't quite worked up the courage to try it, as it creeps me out.

But check out that blonde.  Makes me think we ought to have "neti porn."  (I'm not serious--just want to make that 100% clear :).)

April 21, 2008 9:18 PM

Amber said:

Yeah Adam, I was worried that my reaction to the photo was inappropriate...thanks for making me feel normal.  

I've tried the neti pot, but not on a regular basis.  If you're willing to use it consistently, I'm sure it works great.  For those of us who aren't as hot on regiment, I'd say the "Oh my god I'm going to drown" feeling goes away pretty quickly, but the results are minimal.  On the rare occasion I dig it out of my cabinet and try it, the process still brings tears to my eyes and instills momentary, irrational fear.  

April 21, 2008 11:04 PM

Alex Zalben said:

I think that's mainly it... The idea of having water spurt out of my nose is completely terrifying. BUT, if it works, it works.

April 21, 2008 11:23 PM

ALH said:

Yes, they do work, especially if you have regular sinus problems. They are freaky as all heck, but better than anything my doctor has suggested.

April 21, 2008 11:32 PM

sevoyeur said:

I thought these things were nonsense--freaky, hippy, xenophilic nonsense and I'm a hippy--, but it has really helped my allergies.  My sinuses are also clear for probably the first time in 20 years.

April 24, 2008 12:41 AM

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