Stuffy nose this monsoon has you struggling to breathe? Doctor shares 5 easy tips for relief

Monsoons have a whole different extent of chill-cosiness, whether it is sitting in the cold wind by the window, having hot chai, or dancing in the rain.

But a blocked nose, which just refuses to allow you to breathe freely, kills the mood quicker than anything else

Command your blocked nose by recognizing what causes it and how best to get rid of it.

5 effective tips for clearing the airways

Nasal decongestants:

Over-the-counter nasal sprays, particularly those using metered-dose technology for consistent and controlled delivery, are an easy and effective method of alleviating nasal congestion

Saline nasal sprays:

They function by softly lubricating the nasal passages, liquefying thick mucus, and rinsing away irritants and allergens that lead to irritation or allergies etc.

Warm compress:

During sleeping, place an additional pillow under your head to reduce the intensity of congestion. This easy tweak can be a difference-maker in your comfort level of being able to breathe during the night.

Lift your head:

During sleeping, place an additional pillow under your head to reduce the intensity of congestion. This easy tweak can be a difference-maker in your comfort level of being able to breathe during the night.

Stay hydrated:

It thins mucus and moistens your nasal passages by drinking lots of fluids, particularly water. This facilitates easier clearing of congestion and breathing more freely. Shoot for around eight glasses of water daily.