Quick cold remedies?

Question

i have a cold and i feel like c**p. its summer!! and it sux...

any methods that you guys use to feel better?

iv got the stuffy nose, headache, and sore throat.

Answer 1

zinc and zycam, but don't take on an empty stomach! hot water with lemon and honey in it will sooth the throat.

and if you want...a small shot of whiskey can warm your throat and chest ,and help kill germs on its way down;)

Answer 2

asprine and hot (do not boil) lemonade

take and go straight to bed

Answer 3

Here's a few ideas.

If you begin to feeany symptoms, crush (crushing releases an enzyme to help with digestion. If you have the time, also wait five to 15 minutes, to further enhance the effect of the enzyme) two Cloves of Garlic and chop into the size of smalaspirin. Then swallow with water. Do this up to three times a day if you can for severadays and hopefully, your symptoms wilgo away! If you're concerned about chasing off anyone who comes close to you, chew on some Fenneseeds (found in the spice section of your grocery store -- they're pretty tasty) or some Parsley.

EssentiaOils for Congestion

Eucalyptus Globulous, Eucalyptus Radiata,Rosemary, Lavender Spike and Tea Tree. They loosen congestion, help fight viraand bacteriainfections while lifting the spirits. Mix 10 drops in 1 Tablespoon Carrier Oiand massage upper chest  and back. or Place 3 drops on a tissue and inhale, pause and inhale again.

Homemade VapoRub

Melt a smaljar of petroleum jelly (Vaseline) without overheating it. When it turns to liquid, add 2 drops each of Peppermint, Eucalyptus, and Pine EssentiaOils. Stir them in, and mix well. Pour the mixture back in to a clean jar, re-labeand seaas soon as it reaches room temperature.

Cold and Flu Bath

5 d. Eucalyptus

5 d. Peppermint

4 d. Lavender

Add 7 d. Thyme for chest congestion. Add oils to 1/4 cup Epsom Salts or

Cold and Flu Combo Tea

3 parts Echinacea

3 parts GoldenseaRoot

2 parts Pau D Arco

2 parts Peppermint leaf

2 parts Mullein

1 part Ginger Root

Directions

Combine alof the Herbs together. Place 2 Tablespoons of mix in jar that can be completely covered. Pour 6 ounces of hot water over the Herbs and seal. Steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain Herbs. Drink 1 cup 3 times a day. Inhale the tea to relieve sinus congestion.

Cold and Flu Remedy

half an inch fresh Ginger root, grated

a Clove of Garlic (two or more, if you can stand it), minced

1/8 tsp Cayenne powder

juice of half a Lemon

1 cup boiling water

sweeten with honey

Pour boiling water over the other ingredients and let it stand for 20 minutes, or unticooenough to chug down. Remember that it’s a medicine and is not meant to be sipped!

Btw, this info came from here and there's tons more lol:

http://www.remedies4.com/download/remedi...

Answer 4

When I was young, mom used to give me some vitamin c. (ascorbic acid)

But nowadays, I rely on my taheebo herb to drink. I also love eating lots of pineapples, and drinks lots of juices and good thing my cold only lasts for 2 days with proper rest and exercise.

But there was a time that my cold aggravates and so I took some ambroxol as antibiotics coz Im having difficulty of swallowing already because of a sore throat. It only lasts a few more days and its gone and Im okay

Answer 5

an COLD is brought on by your own body to bring your immune  system up... the only thing that can help is a nasal spray and some cough drops

BTW buttercup is wrong after you get your daily need of vit C you pee it out. vit C tabets are useless

Answer 6

You should take oregano oil. It's the quickest way I know of to knockout a cold or allergies. It contains compounds that are antiviral, antiseptic, and a substance called carvacrol that is a natural decongestant.

It"s also a better source of antioxidants than vitamin C. Google swanson vitamins, they sell it very inexpensively.

Answer 7

For me, the most effective and quick acting remedy is Emergen-C.  It contains 1,000 mg of vitamin C (a great immune booster) and tons of other awesome vitamins that should help get you back on track.  I buy mine at the local whole foods, but I'm not sure what stores you have near you.  If you have access to alternative health stores the employees should be able to direct you towards some homeopathic remedies as well.  Best Wishes.