Neti Pots have gained popularity as a natural way to cleanse the nasal passage. Traditionally these genie lamp-shaped pots were used for a purifying exercise done by yogis, and have more recently became popular with the general public when television personality Dr.Oz drew attention to them as a natural alternative for clearing away irritants and excess mucus from the nasal passage. Unfortunately, there are many precautions to consider before using a neti pot and if used incorrectly it can be fatal- as it was for two people who made the mistake of using contaminated tap water to clear their nasal passage.

Both neti-pot related deaths occurred in Louisiana last year when the users contracted an extremely rare brain-eating amoeba. While this may have been a very rare occurrence, it is crucial to only use a saline solution diluted in lukewarm water that has been properly filtered, boiled or distilled.

If used properly, neti pots are a terrific alternative to medication for congestion. Even Oprah swears by them:

"I was in South Africa, and I didn't have a neti pot," she says. "I was stuffed up and couldn't breathe, and I went in and I didn't have a neti pot, so I tried to find a gravy dish to try to do it!"

Here a few other things to consider before using a neti pot (Taken from it's product information)

• Never use either HOT or COLD water *If you are unable to blow your nose, you should not use this product except under the specific care and recommendation of your health care practitioner.
• Children using this product should be aided by a responsible adult.
• As with your toothbrush, do not share your Nasal Cleansing Pot with others.
• If you have any chronic illness or health condition, or if you experience any kind of discomfort or nosebleed, do not use this product except under the specific guidance of your health care practitioner.
• Do not use this product before consulting a physician if you have a new or acute ear
• If you have had ear surgery please contact your physician prior to use of this product.
• Stop use and contact your physician if you experience pressure in your ears while using.
• If you are suffering from any disease or illness, be sure to consult your health care practitioner.
• Note: This information and the Nasal Cleansing Pot are not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease.

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