I have a blocked nose and it’s making it difficult to sleep and to taste food. It is making me miserable. What can I do?

The best remedy to help with congestion in the ears, nose or throat is the herb Plantago. It has mucus-clearing as well as antibacterial properties. At the same time, try to reduce or cut out completely, all forms of cow's milk and dairy produce from your diet, as these encourage mucus formation. If your mucus congestion leads mainly to a blocked nose, we would recommend Sinuforce nasal spray.

As well as this, taking 15mg zinc daily can help with the issue of limited smell and you could try propping your head up higher when you go to bed to help the nasal passages clear easier.

If the problem continues for another 10 days or worsens at all then please see your doctor.