Try These 4 Natural Remedies for Fast Cold And Flu Relief

Do not run to your doctor as soon as you start sneezing, or have a sore throat. It is much better if you can stay at home, warm up in a warm blanket and make some natural and efficient recipes to treat that irritating cold.

Lemon and vitamin C are your best friends

Fatigue and sneezing are the first signs that cold is about to knock on your door. Increase the vitamin C intake to 1g three times a day.

Hot water inhalations will sure help you, and you can also add some lemon juice. Viral colds hate humidity, and lemon juice acts as a natural antibiotic.

Lemon and honey for sore throat

Hot water, lemon and honey combination has proven to be efficient in treating sore throat. Gargle some of the warm mixture, and say goodbye to bacteria.

Boil some water and salt, and gargle several times a day.Pain and inflammation should soon disappear.

Spices and bath

Sweating will help you prevent colds in the initial phase. Toxins are eliminated through the sweat and high body temperature kills microbes.

Heat some healing herbs and use strong spices that will improve your circulation. Mix equal parts of ginger, pepper, clove powder, and a teaspoon of honey. You can also add a teaspoon of the mixture to a glass of hot water with some honey before you go to bed.

Try a mustard bath -- your feet will be more than grateful. Add some mustard powder and baking soda to a bowl of warm water, and soak your feet.

Propolis is efficient in treating cough

Propolis is the best remedy for cough. It contains a rich combination of B vitamins and minerals. Even a teaspoon of honey before going to bed is enough to soothe the cough. Add some crushed garlic to your honey.

If you feel like the cough has no intention to go away, try some linden tea.

Acupressure is good for a stuffy nose

Inhale some eucalyptus, thyme, pine, lemon and lavender essential oils. Add a drop of each to a bowl of hot water. Essential oils are aseptic and cleanse your organism.

If you have a more serious problem try acupressure, put your thumbs and pointing fingers on two points on your face, under the cheek bones, just below the pupil, and gently massage the point that is a finger away from the tip of your nose.

Choose your food wisely

Avoid dairy products, eggs, sugar and orange juice, as it encourages the creation of mucus. Eat garlic and onions to improve the immune system.