Cold & Flu

How to Relieve Common Ailments Through Color Therapy

By eHow Health Editor

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According to color therapy principles, every color of the spectrum has different healing properties. Color therapists use light, color swatches and visualization exercises to purportedly restore balance to the body, mind and spirit. Color therapy ... more »

How to Relieve Dry Nose

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You're in recovery from an annoying head cold or sinus infection and after a week of blowing your nose like crazy, your skin is really suffering. All around your nose is dry, flaky and red. We've all been there, it hurts and it definitely looks ... more »

How to Soothe a Scratchy Throat

By *Janet Ford

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Having a dry, scratchy throat can be a miserable experience. Take heart, this simple recipe will have your throat feeling better in no time... more »

How to Treat a Singer's Sore Throat

By Matthias Niska

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Imagine this situation: you slave all semester in your voice lessons, perfecting your technique and learning challenging music, only to come down with a sore throat a week before your recital. The best way to treat a sore throat is to prevent it ... more »

How to Treat the 24-Hour Flu

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The 24-hour flu refers to the inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. The germs which cause the 24-hour flu usually enter your body through the mouth. Calling it the 24-hour flu is a bit of a misnomer as it has no relationship with a true ... more »

How to Treat the Flu

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We are all susceptible to the flu. For most, it comes lurking once or twice a year, sucks the body of energy, empties the stomach, and leaves without so much as a "thank you." This year will be different. You can be ready when the nasty little ... more »

How to Treat Your Baby's Croup Naturally and Actually Get Some Sleep

By momandpopoften

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You are sleeping deeply in your warm, comfortable bed. Suddenly, a jarring cough coming from the baby monitor jerks you awake. Your first thought is bronchitis. But he seems to be having trouble breathing. And the coughs sound weird – dry, ... more »

How to Use Folk Medicine to Treat Coughs

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Folk medicine is a traditional, regionally-based form of medicine that relies heavily on natural, local ingredients. It's been used to treat just about everything from coughs to constipation to cancer. Before the advent of modern medicine, folk ... more »

How to Use Honey For Treating Asthma

By Melanierose

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Asthma affects many people of our society ranging from men, women to children, asthma as no barriers. Asthma is typically caused by inflamed air ways, and even when a person may not feel the symptoms of asthma, this does not mean they have their ... more »

How to Care for a Cold

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Flu and colds are caused by different viruses. A cold is called an upper respiratory infection, because it involves the nose, throat and surrounding air passages. Most colds do not include fever, chills or substantial lung involvement... more »

How to Care for Sinuses

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It may seem incredible, but it's possible to die from a sinus problem. Infections can spread to the bones or brain, so it's important to take care of sinuses and see a doctor when problems develop. Following are steps for taking care of your sinuses... more »

How to Cope With a Summer Cold

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There's nothing worse than coping with a summer cold. Summer colds have a way of ruining vacations and making you completely miserable. A few simple steps will help speed your recovery and help you stay a little more comfortable while you're sick... more »

How to cure a cold, cough, runny nose or sore throat naturally

By KingdomPeoples

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Not big on taking medicine? Have a cough, runny nose or sore throat that wont go away? No matter what time of year, here is a simple and all natural remedy that has cleared me up without drying me out on numerous occasions... more »

How to Fight a Flu

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Influenza, also known as the flu, can incubate in your body for up to three days. When it hits, be prepared with these simple steps... more »

How to Get Rid of a Sore Throat Without Medication

By JeannieKerns

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Do you have a sore throat? Over the counter medicines never work for you? Well try these great natural cures that will work for almost anyone... more »

How to Get Rid of Sinus Congestion and Headaches Using Massage

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Sinus congestion and headaches are common problems that some people experience several times a year. Treatment with drugs can be expensive and inconvenient. It's possible to get rid of sinus congestion and headaches using massage. All you need to ... more »

How to Heal Chapped Lips Faster

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The best treatement I've found for chapped lips... more »

How to help cure a sore throat

By patty892

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This is a simple and delicious way to help speed up the recovery of a sore throat. It also help prevent one from fully forming. Honey and lemon have tons of properties that are good for one's body. So what is the secret cure? Lemon and honey!.. more »

How to Make Natural Cough Syrups

By aberrant

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I came across some old recipes for natural cough remedies my mother had documented back in the 70s... more »

How to Make Pedialyte

By danielzrib

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When you or your child has been ill, it is important to replace the electrolytes in the body to restore natural balance. This electrolyte drink can be made easily with ingredients you already have in your home... more »

How to Make Your Own Neti Pot

By deannarjd

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One of the most thorough and sanitary ways to clear your sinuses of mucus build up is to irrigate your nostrils with saline solution using a neti pot. You can buy a fancy ceramic one from the store or you can make one at home using your old dish ... more »

How to Never Get Sick

By HeatherJ

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Sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Not many of us want to get sick and most of us would rather avoid a hospital visit. To lessen the odds of experiencing either of these things, a few healthy practices must be adopted into your lifestyle. ... more »

How to Prevent a Flu

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Maintaining a healthy immune system is your best bet for avoiding the flu, a.k.a. influenza. Avoid the tissue box this year by following these simple steps... more »

How to Prevent the Spread of Germs

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To prevent infection, it is important to understand the ways bacteria and viruses are transmitted. Simple precautions such as thorough hand washing can stop germs and prevent illnesses... more »

How to Protect Yourself from Pneumonia

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Pneumonia is a respiratory infection that is caused by either bacteria or a virus and can be caught on its own or result from complications due to the common cold or a hospital stay. Most adults can get pneumonia, but you are more susceptible if ... more »

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