Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Black salt (also known as kala namak) is primarily used in traditional South Asian practices, including Ayurveda, for various health conditions. In the context of sinus infection (sinusitis), black salt is sometimes recommended in folk remedies, often as part of steam inhalation or gargling solutions, due to its perceived anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. However, these uses are rooted in traditional medicine rather than scientific evidence.

There is no robust clinical or experimental data to support the efficacy of black salt in treating or alleviating sinus infections. Modern medical literature does not recognize black salt as a therapeutic agent for sinusitis. The historical use is based mainly on anecdotal evidence and the broader traditional use of saline solutions or salt-based therapies for nasal and sinus congestion relief. Conventional medicine supports the use of plain saline solutions for nasal irrigation, but this is not specific to black salt and is based on the mechanical action of saline rather than any unique property of black salt itself.

In summary, black salt's use for sinus infections is justified mainly by tradition, with little to no scientific evidence directly evaluating or endorsing its efficacy for this condition.

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