Winter is on it’s way, which unfortunately means that the likelihood of getting a cough, cold, sore throat or flu increases tenfold.
Whilst Winter can be great because we have an excuse to rug up under the covers and watch movies, sometimes we must remember we’re rugged up under the covers because we feel under the weather.
I thought I would write a quick post with some Winter Remedies to help you get through this tough winter period and avoid the flu.
How to clear a blocked nose
// Take a shower
Seriously, take a shower or put your head over a bowl of boiling water (perhaps with a little menthol based product in it). The moisture in the air from the heat from the shower assists in soothing the swollen blood vessels in your nose.
// Hydrate
Keeping hydrated is SO important. I’m fairly certain I talk about it in most of my posts and for good reason. If standard water isn’t going to do it for you then get some herbal tea into you and look at having soups for a meal or two to assist in getting more water into you. I have been really enjoying the Red Seal hot or cold brew teas lately.
// Try Antihistamines
Antihistamines reduce the swelling and inflammation in your nose which will assist in clearing your blocked nose. Of course you only want to be trying an Antihistamine if you know how your body reacts with them as often they can make you drowsy which isn’t ideal if you need to be alert.
How to get rid of a sore throat
// Soothe with Lozenges
Sometimes you get that burning feels in your throat and it feels like it is on fire. Lozenges like Strepsils can help soothe the sore throat quickly whilst going to work behind the scenes on getting rid of your sore throat once and for all.
// Lemon & Honey
Lemon and Honey drinks are my absolute favourite when I am sick. They help to sooth my sore throat and I just feel special when Kyle makes me one and looks after me. You don’t need fancy drinks for this, simply put some lemon juice and a little bit of honey in with hot water.
// Saltwater Gargle
Ever heard of doing a Saltwater Gargle to help get rid of a sore throat? Simply add half a teaspoon of salt to a glass or water and gargle it around then spit it out. Not glamorous but doing this several times a day can help to reduce swelling in the throat and loosen mucus, helping to flush out irritants or bacteria.
How do you manage if you fall sick over the Winter???