How to stop your nose from bleeding
Onions
Epistaxes, the medical term for a bleeding nose, are caused mainly due to the drying of the nasal membranes and nose picking. The nose is one of the most sensitive parts of the body, as it’s lined with hundreds of blood vessels and upon little provocation, may start to bleed. Though not a serious problem, unless you’re bleeding profusely, nosebleeds can be treated at home using these simple hacks. The fumes of an onion play the role of a blood-clotting agent and can stop your nose from bleeding. Additionally, it contains vitamin C and bio-flavonoids, which strengthen the capillaries, making them less susceptible to bleeding. After cutting an onion into two, gently place one half under your nose and inhale the fumes. Do this for a few minutes.
Coriander
The cooling and soothing properties of coriander help stop bleeding by balancing the pressure of blood in the vessels. It is also a natural antihistamine and helps ward off allergies that may cause nosebleeds. Using a dropper, apply 2-3 drops either of coriander oil or fresh juice into the inner linings of your nose.
Tulsi
 is a nerve tonic that can soothe your stressed nerves and blood vessels. Extract the juice of a few tulsi leaves and with the help of a dropper, apply 2 drops in each nostril. You can also chew on a few of the fresh medicinal leaves.
Other preventive measures
· Using a cotton swab, gently wipe the inside of your nostrils with Vitamin E oil several times a day. You can also substitute the oil for petroleum jelly. This method helps keep your nostrils moist
· Include Vitamin C-rich foods in your daily diet, as they help in the formation of collagen, which keeps the inner linings moist
· Include whole-wheat bread, brown rice, as they contain zinc, a nutrient that helps maintain the body’s blood vessels
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