Recent studies prove the ancient practice of nasal irrigation is effective at fighting the common cold

By: Mary J. Scourboutakos, Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University, The Conversation

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Published: November 14, 2025

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Last Updated: 1 week, 3 days ago

By Mary J. Scourboutakos, Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University

It starts with a slight scratchiness at the back of your throat.

Then, a sneeze.

Then coughing, sniffling and full-on congestion, with or without fever, for a few insufferable days.

Viral upper respiratory tract infections – also known as the common cold – afflict everyone, typically three times per year, lasting, on average, nine days.

Colds don’t respond to …

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