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Rid Sinus and Lung Mucus with SALT

2026-01-04 Education
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Dr. Eric Berg DC
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Salt may be one of the most powerful natural remedies for chronic respiratory conditions. Learn how to reduce respiratory mucus with salt for healthier sinuses, clearer airways, and relief from chronic sinus infections. 👉 Get Dr. Berg’s Daily Routine as a free download: https://drbrg.co/4aIB6A8 Watch to find out which foods could be increasing mucus: ▶️ https://youtu.be/Sk8VdjeZZio For more on respiratory health, watch these next: ▶️ https://youtu.be/4-HmU8O5_EQ ▶️ https://youtu.be/qcXDyZNLHUs ▶️ https://youtu.be/pMx33GqFspc 0:00 Introduction: How to get rid of mucus with salt 0:39 What causes respiratory mucus? 2:47 Reducing mucus with salt 4:17 Vitamin D and respiratory congestion 5:21 How to reduce lung congestion with salt 5:45 How to use a neti pot 7:57 Boiling salt water for respiratory conditions 8:36 More tips to reduce respiratory mucus Most people with sinus issues and respiratory mucus have inflammation, but it’s usually not caused by an infection. When you treat chronic respiratory conditions with medication, you suppress the symptoms, causing the problem to linger. Antibiotics will only work if the problem is caused by bacteria, so they won’t be helpful if your congestion is caused by a viral infection, mold, or fungus. Deep inside the sinuses are tiny hairs called cilia. Beneath the cilia are mucus membranes, which are likely inflamed if you have excess mucus. When the body detects a foreign invader, it increases histamines, which create more mucus. Salt creates an osmotic shift, which means it can dehydrate mucus and directly destroy bacteria, mold, yeast, and fungus. It also has a mucolytic effect, so it thins and breaks down mucus directly, making it easier to eliminate. If your sinus problem is chronic, it may be caused by a fungal infection. If it only occurs during the winter months, suspect a vitamin D deficiency. In this case, you may want to try taking 50,000 IU of vitamin D per day, with vitamin K2 and magnesium. There are several ways to reduce mucus with salt. You can use salt water in a neti pot or inhale steam directly from a regular pot after boiling salt water. Use Himalayan sea salt instead of table salt. Garlic oil applied to a Q-tip and swabbed inside each nostril can also be beneficial. Try these other tips to help eliminate chronic respiratory mucus: • Consume 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar diluted in water 3 times per day • Inspect your home for mold • Eliminate sugar and starch from your diet • Avoid dairy Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals and author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media. Follow Me On Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Drberg/ YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@UCpWhiwlOPxOmwQu5xyjtLDw Keto Recipes: https://www.youtube.com/@drbergketorecipes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drericberg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drericberg/ Spotify Podcast: 🎧 https://drbrg.co/DrBerg-Spotify TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbergofficial X: https://x.com/dr_ericberg Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. #health #keto #ketodiet #weightloss #ketolifestyle #intermittentfasting #lowcarb Thanks for watching! I hope you’ll try using salt to reduce respiratory mucus for better breathing and healthier airways. I’ll see you in the next video.

Top Comments (10)

@donrundy3767 2026-01-04

How many people love and appreciate this YouTube channel?

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@cjbarash3819 2026-01-04

I've been a Respiratory Therapist for 34 years and agree with the info in this video 100%.

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@zasta7 2026-01-04

To-do Summary *Simple sinus mucus fix:* • Use Himalayan/sea salt, not table salt • Do a *Neti pot rinse* with warm distilled water • Try *salt steam* for congestion • Avoid *dairy, sugar, starch* • Check home for *mold* • Support immunity (vitamin D, esp. winter) • Optional: Lightly apply a few drops of garlic oil on a Q-tip inside each nostril Goal isn’t to stop mucus, it is to "help it drain".

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@kirbywaite1586 2026-01-04

Salt kills fungus spores. That's why bread dough containing too much salt will not rise properly. The salt has destroyed the yeast.

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@marycarman1730 2026-01-04

Today is another blessing and also Its a blessing to have This guy who is helping so many people around the world his name is Dr Eric Berg...Amen

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@kimgroslouis5587 2026-01-04

It's been 8 days that I have the flu now and it feels like it doesn't want to go away. So the video came out right in my hopeless time. Thanks!

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@ainiel7602 2026-01-05

My dear grandfather used to tell me to rinse sinuses with seawater. All his natural remedies were spot on.

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@imiejego44ipo24 2026-01-06

Having a doctor who gives advice for free on YouTube...is a Miracle! God bless! (J 14:6)

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@INCHRISTWETRUST7171 2026-01-04

Everyone had their nose emptied while swimming at the beach.

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@Drberg 2026-01-30

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