A nasal rinse, also known as nasal irrigation or a sinus rinse, can help to clear out mucus and debris from the nasal passages. This can help to relieve symptoms of nasal congestion, runny nose, and sinus pressure. It may also help to reduce the risk of sinus infections and improve overall nasal and sinus health. Follow the steps below to create a great homemade nasal rinse  Ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon of non-iodized salt1/4 teaspoon of baking soda8 ounces of warm water  Instructions: Mix the salt and baking soda in a cup or small bowl. Slowly pour the warm water into the cup or bowl and mix until the salt and baking soda are fully dissolved. Fill a nasal irrigation bottle or neti pot with the saltwater solution. Lean over a sink, and using the bottle or pot, gently pour the solution into one nostril, allowing it to flow out the other nostril. Repeat the process on the other nostril. Blow your nose gently to remove any remaining solution. Note: It is important to use sterile water or saline solution, distilled, micro-filtered (through 0.2 microns), or commercially bottled water. You can also use pre-made saline solutions which are easily available in the market.  To make a herbal nasal rinse follow the directions below:  DirectionsWe prefer to use a tea bags that prevents the bits of herbs to get into the solution or a tincture. Chamomile, Echinacea and Goldenseal are three herbs that can be used in combination for effective herbal nasal rinse. Echinacea and Goldenseal are best used as a tincture. Mixture of both herbs is available from many retailers in a single bottle.  Add tincture into prepared solution according to manufacturers recommendations. Steep the herbs in the water in a covered heat-proof container for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain the herbs out of the tea through a coffee filter to remove all the little bits of herbs from the solution. Add the salt and optional baking soda and stir well to dissolve. Once the liquid has cooled until just warm or at room temperature, use it in your neti pot to wash out your sinuses. Make sure your neti pot is cleaned out and sanitized after each use. If you are really stuffed up you may want to do steam inhalation before the nasal wash to loosen up mucus. To learn more about complementary therapies, visit National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health