Pierrette Mulumba
With winter coming to an end, some of us are still battling with sniffles and colds than came with the chilly season. This article will look at a few interesting remedies that will have you saying goodbye to winter with an unblocked nose.
Drink Up
A cold or flu leaves the body seriously dehydrated so the first step at combating the sickness would be to get enough fluids in the body. Fluids like water, tea and fruit juices are perfect. Stay away from fizzy drinks or any other caffeinated beverages as this can worsen the sickness. How do you know you’re reaching the fluid quota? Your urine should be pale yellow, almost colourless.
Breath in Hot Air
Draping a towel over your head, closing your eyes, and lean over a pot of hot water before deeply through your nose for 30 seconds helps to de-clog your nose. However, you can also take a hot shower and breathe in the steam. The heat can also help relax any aching muscles.
And Spit
Gargling with salt water helps to remove the thick mucus at the back of your throat. It can also help with stuffy ears. However, you can also rinse the liquid into the nose as this can clean it out of any bacteria as well as ease nasal congestion.
Honey Is More Than a Sweetener
Honey, like lemons, is full of vitamin C and this is an integral factor in fighting against colds and flus. Adding half a teaspoon of pure honey to lukewarm water along with drops of lemon juice will help sooth your throat.
Marshmallows
No, you’re not having a snack in the middle of your flu remedy. The marshmallow is the remedy. Marshmallows have a thick gelatine coat which helps in sooths a sore throat.
Onions
Onions have antiseptic and antibiotic properties that make it the prefect cure for a sore throat. Rather eat them raw as opposed to cooking them which can lead to potency loss.
Sleep Is the Best Remedy
Lastly, sometimes a; your body needs is rest. Staying warm and sleeping it off whilst your body does the rest really could be the best strategy
Note that these remedies aren’t full proof so if your cold or flu continues to persist, make sure to consult a doctor as soon as possible.
