5 Quick Cures For The Common Cold

1.Chicken pepper Soup

  

This is a tried and tested remedy for flu and cold. It is certainly the ultimate comfort food when you are sick, and it helps to raise the temperature of the airway that help in loosening the secretions.

Chicken soup prevents certain white blood cells from gathering and leading to inflammation. It slows mucus production and the hot soup also thins out the mucus. For the extra boost to your chicken soup, add chopped garlic to the soup which kills germs in your mouth.

Apart from following the above simple, tried and tested home remedies for cold, it is important you have sufficient rest. Stay warm and keep yourself comfortable. After all, the fight against the stubborn cold can be tough and taxing. You need all the energy you can for your body to fight the cold effectively and recover.

The above listed home remedies to get rid of cold may seem common but they are truly effective. There is no cure for cold but quick remedies for a fast relief will help you feel better and is a huge step to recovering quickly.

2. Sip Warm Liquids.

   

This is a powerful remedy for cold that has been used since olden days and in many cultures. Take hot or warm liquids, such as tea, chicken soup, clear broth, etc. Have warm apple juice which can ease congestion and is soothing for you because it increases mucus production and flow.

Warm lemon water with honey prevents dehydration and loosens congestion. Keep drinking warm liquids to hydrate your body and relieve yourself from the cold. However, avoid taking alcohol, coffee and caffeinated sodas as these drinks can make dehydration worse. 

  

 

2. Nasal Spray 

  

Another remedy to get fast and quick relief are nasal decongestants. The nasal spray works fast by opening blocked breathing passages. However, use them as directed and under the guided instruction of your physician, as over usage of them can have side effects.

Many doctors recommend the use of saline spray instead of a medicated spray as those have lesser side effects but saline spray acts slower than nasal spray.  

4. Blow Your Nose 

   

nstead of sniffing mucus back into your body, it is better to sniff it out. However, make sure you do things the right way!

For instance, if you blow too hard, germ-carrying phlegm can get inside the ear passages which may lead to an earache. The right technique is to place a finger over one nostril and blow gently to clear the other. Follow this several times of the day as or when you feel discomfort due to the buildup of mucus.  

5. Breathe in Aromatic Steam 

 

Take a bowl or use the bathroom or kitchen sink, and fill with hot water that has steam. Cover your head with a towel and lean over the steam. You can add some chopped fresh ginger, or eucalyptus oil or any menthol ointment to the water such as thyme oil or eucalyptus oil
Breathe in the steam through your nose for about a couple of minutes. Keep your eyes shut as you breathe in the steam. Generally speaking, 5-7 minutes is sufficient to get relief from congestion.