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See also : flu

Symptoms

See also : Sinus Infections

Home remedies

• The Allium family of vegetables, which includes onions, garlic, leeks and scallions, are known to have beneficial effects on the cardiovascular and immune systems, as well as anti-diabetic and anti-cancer effects.
• Those suffering from common or severe colds should take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 spoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold and clear the sinuses.
• Cayenne works to boost energy by improving circulation. It is also effective to help ward off cold, Sinus Infections, and Sore Throat. It even helps reduce pain and inflammation.
• Oils that contain anti-bacterial, anti-viral properties and treat respiratory problems include eucalyptus, ginger, cypress, lemon, cedarwood, tea tree and lavender. Place a few drops of essential oil of choice into a large bowl of boiling water, cover your head with a towel and inhale. Don't get too close as steam can burn the nasal passages.
• Thyme Tea is often used to aid in treatment from the common cold, bronchitis, and coughs.
• Stir up some ginger tea to get rid of throat and nose congestion. And when there’s a nip in the air, the warming benefits of this tasty tea are even greater!
• Elderberries have been employed in European folk medicine since antiquity for lots of illnesses from arthritis and asthma to colds and constipation. Elderberry is an antiviral herb that has been proven to reduce the symptoms of colds and flus
• White Pine Bark is an astringent, expectorant, and circulatory stimulant. It can be used as an inhalant for bronchitis, laryngitis, and respiratory congestion
• a traditional Chinese medicinal tea composed of fennel, flax, and fenugreek, is known to help treat coughs and colds, mucus buildup, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), and Crohn's Disease.
• If you cough consider performing a eucalyptus steam inhalation to help relieve nasal congestion and sinus congestion.
• Zinc is necessary for a healthy immune system.
• Echinacea is a popular herb used to reduce the symptoms and duration of the common cold.
• Yin Qiao is the premier Chinese herbal formula for treating the initial stages of colds and flu.
• The most commonly indicated homeopathic medicine for the first stage of colds with watery nasal discharge is Allium cepa. Children often respond well to homeopathic Pulsatilla, especially if the nasal discharge is becoming a little thicker.
• medicinal mushrooms, such as the Shiitake and the Reishi mushrooms can help in boosting the immune system, thereby preventing the development of colds or flu.
• Black Pepper combined with tamarind, boil them with water and butter and ingesting the concoction to help relieve the symptoms of colds and flu. Another way is by mixing lemon juice, honey and black pepper and taking the mixture three times a day for one day to help starve cold.
• Avoid certain ‘mucus-forming foods’ such as milk and cheese at night. They increase Kapha, which is associated with ‘congestive’ disorders.
• Yogurt : Lactobacillus casei, actually give several health benefits to an individual. One of which is protection from viruses that causes colds and flu.
• selenium can work preventive.
• Drink a lot of water. And tea, and juice, and clear broth. Fluids help your body heal from a cold by loosening congestion and preventing dehydration. Water, juice, clear broth, or warm lemon water with honey are the best fluids to rely on; alcohol, coffee, and caffeinated sodas only make dehydration worse.
• Go to bed. Rather than getting in the car and heading to the drugstore, get into bed and go to sleep. While you sleep, your body recharges your immune system, which is what fights off a cold. Studies show that people who get eight or more hours of sleep increase their resistance to cold viruses — and get better faster if they do catch a cold.
• Cheer up with chicken soup. Recent studies that tested the effectiveness of chicken soup discovered that it does seem to relieve cold and flu symptoms. Scientists believe chicken soup acts as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the movement of neutrophils, the cells of the immune system that mount the body’s inflammatory response. Hot chicken soup also temporarily speeds up the movement of mucus through the nose, helping relieve congestion and limiting the amount of time viruses are in contact with the lining of the nasal passages.
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• Cutting out on alcohol is a must. Avoiding it altogether is even better. Alcohol dehydrates your body cells, and it can even cause damage to your liver and kidneys which can be a perfect gateway for infections to occur.
• Dandelion Tea : This tea helps in boosting the power of the immune system thereby warding off colds and flu.
• Mint tea is good because of its cooling effect, which is very good with the symptoms of colds and flu.
• Thyme tea helps with coughs that are associated with bronchitis.
• Oregano tea, on the other hand, is good for sinus congestion that is very common during winter.
• Stewed fruits, such as apple, pears and peaches, cooked with cloves and cinnamon, warm you up nicely and keep the a-tissues away!
• Turmeric is a favourite spice for boosting immunity. It has innumerable healing benefits, among which is its capacity to destroy germs and ease inflammation. So, cook your greens, stews and stir-fries with a touch of turmeric. You get both golden colour and healthy respiration.
• Basil and honey make another powerful combination, because both are known to boast antiseptic and immunity-boosting properties. How about a soothing honey-basil tea? It’s delicious, too.
• Isatis is used for Common Cold and other infections of the nose, throat, and sinuses.

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.