Sinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses Sinusitis can either be acute or chronic. Acute Sinusitis is frequently caused by a bacterial or viral infection of the nose , throat & upper respiratory tract , such as the common cold . 

Air travel can also cause acute inflammation of the sinuses because of changes in air pressure. 

Chronic sinusitis can be caused by injury to the nasal bones , small benign growths in the nasal passages. Dental complications, air pollution, exposure to allergens. 

Allergic Sinusitis may be caused by food allergies, perfumes , air fresheners, etc . 

Associated post nasal drip can cause sore throat, nausea, difficulty breathing, bad breath. 

Nutrients 

• Acidophilus- replaces good bacteria in the colon . Particularly important if antibiotics are prescribed. 

• Bee Pollen - helps boost immunity & speeds healing . Start with 1/2 teaspoon daily . Increase slowly- add to juice or water . Discontinue if rash , wheezing occurs as be pollen can occasionally cause allergies.

• Flaxseed oil - reduces pain & inflammation. 

• Quercetin plus Bromelain - protects against allergies and increases immunity. 

• Vitamin B Complex- helps maintain a healthy nervous system & reduces stress levels. A sublingual form works best . ( avoid yeast based B vitamins) 

• Vitamin A & mixed carotenoids to include beta carotene to boost immune system- helps maintain the health of mucous membranes. 

• Zinc lozenges every 2 to 4 hours - antiviral & immunity booster .

• Proteolytic enzymes- to boost digestive health.

• Pycnogenol extract - powerful antioxidant.

• Herb teas - ginger, golden seal , nettle tea . Rose hip .

• Eliminate sugar .

• Reduce Salt .

• Use a salt water nasal wash twice a day .

See your GP if the sinus causes swelling around eyes .