Get rid of a cold or flu right away.
- General tips:
- act quickly, as soon as the first symptoms appear
- Use many of the same immune boosters as for prevention, but use them more aggressively. See "18 Ways to Cure the Common Cold" for specific suggestions.
- Consume light, nourishing foods such as broths and soups.
- Get plenty of fluids and plenty of rest.
- For infections starting in the throat:
- zinc lozenges
- hot drinks such as fresh lemon juice and honey
- gargle with apple cider vinegar and water
- R 1 (Reckeweg formula 1) is very beneficial
- Zand herbal throat spray
- For congestion:
- ginger tea helps break up mucous and bring relief
- add a drop or two of eucalyptus essential oil to your humidifier
- For flu:
- a homeopathic flu complex such as R6 or NuLife Flu, taken more frequently for more acute symptoms
- if you are chilly, aching, lethargic, with "heavy" arms and legs, try gelsemium
- Vit C (3 or more grams) supports the adrenals and much more
- for incessant vomiting and heaving, homeopathic Ipecac can bring relief (do not confuse with Ipecac syrup which increases vomiting)
Suggested Reading
- Eighteen Ways to Cure the Common Cold
- Double the Power of Your Immune System
- Smart Medicine for a Healthier Child
- Prescription for Nutritional Healing
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