A runny nose occurs when excess mucus drains from the nose
Hot tea
The heat and steam from the hot tea work by opening up the nasal airways. Mint, ginger or chamomile tea works best.
Facial steam
Take deep breaths from the hot steam for a few minutes. Repeat this process for several minutes, then gently blow the nose when finished.
Hot shower
Like the steam from facial steam, the spray from a hot shower provides quick relief from a runny nose.
Spicy foods
Capsaicin, a chemical in spicy foods like chilli peppers, can help relieve a non-allergic runny nose.
Neti pot
Fill the neti pot container with a warm salt water solution and insert it through one of the nostrils. The solution will exit the nose on the other side. This helps prevent sinus.
Warm compress
Lie down for about 15 minutes and place a warm, wet washcloth over the brow and bridge of the nose. A warm compress can help clear a stuffy nose by opening the nasal cavity.