Are you not feeling well? Don’t worry – we have some tried and tested cold and flu home remedies that will help you recover quickly!
Hydrate your body
During the illness, it is good to drink plenty of fluids – especially warm drinks. Tea with honey, herbal teas, broth, raspberry juice – these are good sources of fluids and vitamins that will hydrate the throat and make expectoration easier. Warm drinks also help reduce fever and prevent dehydration.
Staying well hydrated during an infection helps the body fight the disease and eliminate toxins. However, avoid fizzy drinks, caffeinated drinks and alcoholic drinks as they can irritate the throat and have a dehydrating effect. In addition, alcohol can worsen some of the symptoms of the disease, such as headaches, muscle aches and nausea.
Drink in small but frequent sips, preferably every hour. If you have a fever, sore throat or runny nose, hydration is especially important. Also, don’t forget to humidify the air in the room you’re in, as dry air can make it worse cold symptoms.
Inhalations will help you breathe
Do an inhalation with essential oils or even hot salt water. Pour a few drops of eucalyptus, peppermint or lavender oil into a bowl of hot water or dissolve a teaspoon of salt and inhale the steam for a few minutes. Inhaling will help clear your sinuses and relieve your headache.
Remember that inhalations are not suitable for everyone. They should not be used if you have a fever, if you suffer from high blood pressure, asthma, allergies to the ingredients in the inhalation preparations or heart problems.
In order for inhalation to be effective, you must follow a few rules. First, do it the right way – you can use a special inhaler or nebulizer, or simply a bowl of hot water and a towel. Second, adapt the temperature and inhalation time to your needs – usually 10-15 minutes of inhalation at around 50 degrees Celsius is enough. Third, do not eat, drink or smoke for at least an hour after inhalation, so as not to irritate the mucous membrane. Remember to keep your eyes closed while inhaling, and the inhaler must stand stably on a flat surface – you will avoid accidental burns.
Antibiotics and natural pain relievers
Hot peppers, garlic, ginger – these are ingredients that stimulate circulation and have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Add them to your meals or make an infusion of sliced ginger and lemon. This will help you fight infection and warm your body. To fight viruses that besiege the mucous membranes of the throat and nose, it is recommended to use salt water (in the form of a throat gargle and a nasal spray, respectively).
Echinacea, on the other hand, is a scientifically proven herb that helps boost the immune system and fight infections. You can buy echinacea capsules or tincture and use them according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
some rest
Don’t overwork yourself and give your body time to recover. Lie in bed, read a book, watch a movie – do something you like and relax. Rest is essential for your immune system to function properly and recover faster. Don’t underestimate it – rest during illness not only helps you recover faster, but also prevents complications such as bronchitis or pneumonia.
Take advantage of homemade syrups
Onion syrup is a proven home remedy that has an expectorant and anti-inflammatory effect. It will help relieve cough and sore throat. To prepare it, you only need onions, sugar or honey and water. How is it prepared?
1. Clean the onion and cut it into small pieces.
2. Place the onion in a bowl and sprinkle sugar or pour honey over it. The sugar or honey should cover the onion.
3. Pour enough water to barely cover the onion; the best ratio of honey to onion is 50:50. You can also add a clove of garlic to the mixture.
4. Simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes, until the onion softens and the liquid thickens.
5. Strain the syrup through a sieve or cheesecloth and pour it into a clean jar.
6. keep the syrup in the refrigerator and drink one tablespoon several times a day.
Onion syrup has strong antibacterial and antiseptic properties, so it supports the immune system. You can also give it to children, if they are over one year old and are not allergic to onions or honey.
Remember that home remedies are not a substitute for a doctor or medicine. Especially if your symptoms get worse, you have a fever, breathing difficulties or other serious conditions, see your doctor as soon as possible.
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2023-10-31 10:26:00
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