what remedies do people know for sinus colds any ideas are welcome.

As much fluid as you can drink ( the immune system requires a high level of 'liquid' to function effectively not to mention that fevers can dehydrate).

Lots of external moisture - long baths, vaporizers, the old bowl of steaming water and towel routine.

Mind this: if it has followed a viral infection such as the 'flu or goes on longer than 10 days, see a doctor as it may be a sinus infection and those are right nasty and best to jump on as soon as possible.

For other relief, I use a hot flannel on the side of the face effected and also, do all those things that make me happy! . So, lots of fluids, cheap novels and lolling about ( or whatever suits you) and don't let it go on to long.

Marto

GINGER grate some up into hot water let the vapours be inhaled as you sip it this will kill off the bugs and help with the blocked sinuses.

if you have a cold as well add some fresh lemon or mint they both help. hope you feel better soon

For persistent Sinus problems, I find using a Neti pot is a great help. It's not for everyone, though.

This may sound daft but someone gave us this tip when we had a horrible "fluey virus that turned into grossest sinus infection ever" thing a few years ago, and it really works. Tip your head upside down and hold one nostril shut and sniff hard a few times. Do the same for the other nostril. I mean like really hard

I go for a basin of steaming water with a glob of Vicks vapo-rub dropped in it. I also use it on a tissue under my pillow, and spread on the upper lip under the nose.

I also believe very firmly in the cure-all of hot honey, lemon and whisky, with a cinnamon stick as a stirrer.

Lots of garlic - seriously.

Would also reiterate part of what Marto said: don't let it go on too long. If after about 5 days it's still not clearing up, and the gunk you ARE able to produce is yellow/green/thick, go and see about it. Untreated, it can cause all kinds of complications, as my unplanned stay in hospital last year will attest to...

mmmm i use the honey lemon and whiskey solution if i get a cold,i havent tried a cinnamon stick stirrer though,i also like honey and whiskey in hot milk if im poorly as i find it helps me to sleep

Menthol crystals in a bowl of hot water, Vick vapo rub placed just under your nose, long hot bath with large toddy whilst you are wallowing. If that doesn't sort you out, you are already dead.