Mark Thorson wrote:

> Pure water or tap water inhaled up the nose will sting
> a little. Much better is to dissolve a little salt
> in it so it won't sting -- I do that frequently,
> and I'd estimate that the right amount is about
> 1/4 teaspoon per pint. The amount is not really
> critical.


Good advice that I've used often (except I thought the salt was critical
for shrinking swollen nasal passages), BUT only snort the sal****er once
a day (usually at night to help you sleep) and only for 7 days in a row.
The treatment can ultimately be addictive, though it is natural.


--Lia