My hubby and both my daughters have a cold. It's nothing serious, but because of his medical issues he can't take many of the over the counter medications. That is why I've had to research more natural remedies.
Here are a few home remedies I've found online that I hope will help.
I'm not a doctor so, please be sure to run any home remedies by your doctor prior to trying anything new. Try these at your own risk.
Cough
Start off with the old time favorite the hot toddy. Basically you heat the juice from two lemons and 1/4 cup of honey just to boiling. Remove from the heat and let it cool a bit then add a shot of whiskey or rum. Mix a tablespoon into your tea or take it directly - a tablespoon at a time). Obviously, leave out the alcohol for kids.
Mixing 1/2 teaspoon of honey and apple cider vinegar also works to ease coughing as well.
Vick's Vaporub
This one really works. Slather on the Vick's onto the soles of your feet, cover with socks at bedtime. Then go to bed. It really does stop the coughing.
Running Nose
Herbal teas are said to help fight a runny nose. Here's a link to a really good one that I want to try out.
Chewing fresh ginger like candy or in tea. Source
Neti pot - It uses saline to rinse the nasal passages. It really does work - though it takes a little bit to get used to.
Stuff Nose
Vick's Vapor rub on your chest.
Peppermint candies or gum - just like the vicks it's the menthol that unclogs the passages.
Spicy foods - just think back to all the times you ate spicy foods and your nose began to run.
Fever
A cool wash cloth on the forehead helps.
A cup of apple cider vinegar to a warm bath is also said to help. Source
Please feel free to share any of your favorite natural home remedies by leaving a comment below.
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