Sinusitis
disease · Otorhinolaryngologic Diseases; Infections; Respiratory Tract Diseases
Nutrients connected to Sinusitis
A link means the body needs the nutrient for this, or that low intake is linked to it. It does not mean extra supplements help if your intake is already adequate; each link shows how strong the evidence is.
- Split gill mushroomDocumented risk
Sinus infection in healthy and in immunocompromised people is documented as the commonest site.
- Salt-Water Gargles and Nasal RinsesPreliminary or mixed
A 2022 review recommended nasal saline for most sinonasal diseases; a 2026 review found rhinosinusitis trials statistically fragile.
- Neti Pot and Saline Nasal RinsePreliminary or mixed
The NHS lists salt-water nose cleaning as self-care for mild sinusitis; a 2022 review found saline beneficial in children with acute rhinosinusitis and an option for adults.
- Pelargonium (Umckaloabo)Preliminary or mixed
One adult study showed benefit at day 21; very low-quality evidence.
- EucalyptusPreliminary or mixed
A 152-adult trial of cineole capsules reported better sinus symptom scores; symptoms are hard to score and leaf was not tested.
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