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Neti Pot: A Remedy With Hidden Dangers
The neti pot looks like a genie’s lamp. It is often used to flush out bacteria and irritating pollen and mold spores in the nasal passages to relieve sinus pain and allergies. Neti pots have been used for this purpose for centuries, but they can be life threatening if used improperly.

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