Cold and flu got you down? Fear not. Here is a gathered a list of favorite things to help you feel better fast.
- Supplements. Prevention is key, but if you do get hit, continue to give your body plenty of vitamins for flu-fighting power. We recommend Smartypants. Probiotics in yogurt are also helpful, and vitamin C from oranges
- Simply Saline. A life saver for the runniest of noses. Simply Saline can clear out even the most congested nasal cavity. We prefer this to medicated nasal sprays.
- Honey and lemon. Oldies but goodies, there’s nothing like some honey and a lemon in your water to coat an inflamed throat. It’s the best medicine for laryngitis.
- Kinsa smart thermometer. Monitoring the ups and downs of your illness is vital to make sure you’re staying on track. No need to worry about recording changes in temperature or symptoms -Kinsa remembers for you, and lets you send it to your doctor. Remember, temperature over 100 is considered a fever and must remain fever free for 24 hours without medication before returning back to school or work.
- Cough medicine. Serious coughing can take a toll on your whole body. Take an expectorant for chest congestion and a suppressant if you have a dry cough without mucus.
- Soup. Cliche though it may be, soup is associated with sickness because liquids are essential. It also helps reduce mucus and helps you cough it up. Plus, it goes down easier than rough foods on a tender throat. Eat soup and drink 8 or more glasses of water to help hydrate and clear congestion. Find great recipes here.
- Chapstick. With dehydration comes dry skin. Chapped lips add further discomfort when you’re already battling cold and flu. Fight dry lips with applying Chapstick
- Green tea. Aside from further hydration, green tea is full of catechins - antiviral flavonoids with serious virus-fighting abilities.
- Rest. It may not be part of your kit, but rest is certainly one of your best weapons. Even if you manage your symptoms, the virus will run its course. The best way to fight it is plenty of shut-eye.