Articles by Dr. Hana Solomon

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“Allergies Are SO Bad This Year!,” April 2008
My patients often say, “You want me to do what?” when they come to see me for nasal congestion, itch, sneezing and other allergy complaints. I explain to them why nasal washing makes sense, why it is safe, and why it is effective in reducing both the symptoms and the use of medications during the allergy season. (Read More)

Are Plastics Safe, April 2008
I am frequently asked, ‘are plastic bottles safe?’, ‘Does using a plastic Nasopure bottle with warm water put anyone at risk?’ Some plastics release toxins harmful to the human body, especially when heated or reused. However, not all plastics are dangerous and the wise consumer knows which are safe and which should be avoided. (Read More)

Complementary And Alternative Allergy Approaches, April 2008
Recently, Western medicine has started to appreciate the wisdom offered by complementary and alternative medical treatments (CAM). Searching Google for the phrase “Allergy Treatment Alternatives” yields more than 500,000 hits. This reflects an enormous interest in alternative treatments, driven primarily by consumer demand but also by potential financial benefits in the marketplace. (Read More)

Mother’s Wisdom: Wash Your Nose, April 2008
Do you remember how good it felt, having your mother take care of you when you were sick? She’d let you stay home from school, and make you drink lots of juice, soup, and tea. And she’d constantly remind you to cover your mouth and wash your hands so everyone else in the family wouldn’t get sick too. (Read More)

Nasal Washing Works During The Cold And Flu Season, April 2008
My patients often say "you want me to do what" for nasal congestion? I explain why nasal washing makes so much sense, why it is safe, and why it is effective in reducing both the symptoms and the use of medications. I then demonstrate the simple technique to little ones as young as three and to folks up to age 90, they are then ready to try it. This is the way my patients require my services less often during the winter cold and flu season. (Read More)

Nasal Washing Works To Improve Voice Quality, April 2008
SINGERS BEWARE, reading this may convince you to irrigate your nose. Nasal washing makes sense, is safe and effective and perhaps most importantly, improves voice quality. (Read More)

Overuse Of Antibiotics, April 2008
Antibiotics are no longer the powerful tool they once were. No longer can we count on antibiotics to effectively and dependably destroy harmful bacteria. Part of this disturbing trend is due to overuse because the more we use antibiotics the more we give bacteria an opportunity to develop resistant strains. Now this resistance is becoming a significant threat to society. (Read More)

Salt Facts You Should Know, April 2008
Isotonic, hypertonic and buffered solutions; and interesting facts. (Read More)

Scientific References: Hypertonic uffered Saline Nasal Irrigation, April 2008 (Read More)

So, Your Doctor Told You To Wash Your Nose, April 2008
A nasal irrigation is suggested, but which one do you use? Frankly, the idea of rinsing the nose may be a new idea to some, but those who wash regularly swear washing works. (Read More)

The Nasopure Effect, April 2008
Some wash systems claim to wash out your sinuses. However, the Nasopure system washes your nose, and in doing so, encourages your sinuses to drain naturally. This is called the “Nasopure Effect.” (Read More)

Why Nasal Washing, April 2008
Saline nasal washings like Nasopure have been used for centuries to maintain clear nasal passages. The process has been referred to as rinsing, irrigation, douching or lavage, but we like to call it what it is: nasal washing. (Read More)

Why Nasal Washing Makes Sense During Pregnancy, April 2008
Most women develop some degree of nasal congestion during their pregnancy called PREGNANCY RHINITIS. Medications are not a safe option but according to the MAYO CLINIC, hypertonic nasal washes can address this bothersome but not serious condition safely and effectively. (Read More)

Allergies: Another Viewpoint, January 2007
Many of us have experienced amazing results from natural remedies, but it is only recently that western medicine is appreciating the wisdom of natural and complementary alternatives as well. (Read More) 

FACT Sheet, January 2007
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Keeping Kids Healthy, January 2007
School is starting and although parents may be relieved to have their kids back in the classroom, they are also aware that this is when everyone starts getting sick again. The schools are wonderful breeding grounds for passing viruses around and some of this illness is inevitable, even desirable. (Read More)

Nose Washing For The Seasoned Nose, January 2007
My patients often say, “You want me to do what?” when they complain about the dry, crusted or drippy nose. Nasal washing makes sense, is safe and is effective and economical. I have found that educating people about nasal health has resulted in fewer doctor visits. (Read More)

What If..., January 2007
What if we could reduce the number of viral particles in our noses? What if we could reduce the number of colds we develop? It is a known fact that colds and influenza are spread by aerosol droplets. These particles travel over many feet via sneezing and coughing, then we breathe in those particles through our nose; they spread because we fail to wash our hands, we touch infected objects and then touch our mouth, nose, and eyes. (Read More)

American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology 2006 Annual Meeting, Nov 2006
Managing Nonnasal Symotoms of Allergic Rhinitis (Read More)

Alternative Approach To Treating Allergies: The Wonders Of Nature, August 2006
Many individuals experience remarkable outcomes from natural remedies. Only recently, however, has Western medicine begun to appreciate the wisdom offered by natural or so-called complementary and alternative medical (CAM) treatments. This appreciation is driven primarily by consumer demand but also by the potential financial benefits in the marketplace. A Google search for the phrase "Allergy Treatment Alternatives" yields over 13 million hits, reflecting an enormous interest in alternative treatments for allergic rhinitis in particular. Medscape Allergy & Clinical Immunology  ©2006 Medscape (Read More)

An Age-Old Solution To A Modern Day Problem: The Modernized Neti Pot, June 2006
From the air filter in your car to the lint filter in your clothes dryer, one thing is certain: If they are not clean, they just do not work. That's the common wisdom behind nasal cleansing. Kansas City Wellness Magazine (Read More)

The Natural Wonders Of Salt Water, June 2006
At a recent medical conference, an ear, nose and throat surgeon reviewed his favorite sinus surgery techniques. This well respected doctor was educating family physicians and pediatricians about when and how to refer patients to him for surgery. Of course, he summarized which medications to try first, when to refer patients for allergy shots and finally when he believed it was time to go “under the knife.” (Read More)

Cutting The High Cost Of Allergies, May 2006
Allergic rhinitis is absolutely no fun. There is nothing good about the congestion, the fatigue, the sneezing fits, runny nose, sinus infections, asthma, or general misery that allergies bring into our lives. For some, it is a seasonal problem, but for many it is year round. Pollen, grass, dust and animal dander cause inflammation in the lining of the nose that affects our eyes, our sinuses, and our lungs. Worse yet, this misery affects more than our physical health. (Read More)

Complementary And Alternative Therapies: Are They Right For Your Patient?, March 2006
The conference reviewed Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) currently in use and provided an overview of the types of CAM. The objectives were to appreciate the expanse of CAM use, and to improve understanding of CAM use in the United States, including significant differences in how ethnic groups utilize CAM. WebMD.com (Read More)

With Pseudoephedrine Off Pharmacy Shelves, Consider A Safe And Natural Alternative, August 2005
What will you do without Sudafed on YOUR side of the counter? Pseudoephedrine is being removed from the aisles of your grocery store and pharmacy because of potential abuse related to the drug. Yet, as the commercials says, ‘If you have congestion, SUDAFED is on Aisle 5”... What choices do you have? The safest, simplest option is a salty nasal wash, the natural decongestant. (Read More)

What The Experts Say About Washing Your Nose With A Salty Solution, September 2004
Did you ever wonder why swimming in the ocean was such a refreshing and cleansing experience? The Dead Sea, which has the highest concentration of salt in any body of water on this earth, has always been thought to have healing powers. Preserving foods in salt was used long before the introduction of modern appliances. Prior to the discovery of antibiotics, salt was the ingredient used for preventing and treating infections. What is it about salt that helps us heal? It's simple: Salt draws out excess moisture. (Read More)