Natural remedies for cough and cold

 

Medical experts say that 90 % diseases are cough and cold and it’s the easiest and most frequent to happen across all age groups. Although children are the easiest victim but people from all age groups with less resistance are prone to have this quite often.

You should take precautions and medicines on time to avoid infections however some natural remedies can help you out recover from this without putting extra burden on you pocket as well as without any side effects.

 

a)     Keep your self protected from sudden changes in weather, wear clothes accordingly.

b)     Tulsi leaves and ginger can do wonders in preventing initial infections and it can be consumed as tea or soup.

c)      Avoid exercise when you are having cough and cold.

d)     Take steam of some vapor rub like Vicks, it helps in getting relief from headaches as well as clogged breathing problem.

e)     Drink lukewarm water instead of cold water, it helps in preventing throat problems.

 

Five Tips For Cold And Flu Season

Winter season means cold and flu season. There are some things we can do to help lower our chances of getting sick with a cold or the flu.

First, always wash your hands. Wash your kids hands too. Hands are the most common way we pick up germs and spread them. The Centers for Disease Control recommends washing hands for at least 15 to 20 seconds. That’s about as long as it takes to sing “Happy Birthday” two times. Kids should wash hands even longer–throw in an extra chorus or two of Happy Birthday! And remember to use antibacterial gels, soaps and wipes very little–hot water and soap is just fine.

If you are around people that are already sick with the cold or flu, try not to touch your eyes, mouth or nose. Germs are often spread when you touch something that has germs on it, and then touch their eyes, nose or mouth. So try to not touch those areas until you have washed your hands.

Get plenty of sleep. This goes for the kids too. When you are tired, your immune system can not fight as well. You need to be well rested to help your body fight the cold or flu bug.

Eat healthy foods that help the immune system. Get plenty of vitamin c, green tea and healthy whole foods. If you do get sick, be sure to keep yourself hydrated with plenty of fluids.

Talk to your doctor about getting the flu shot. It may not be for everyone, but for many it can help the stay flu-free.