How to Help Your Body Fight The Flu Or Cold Naturally

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Help Your Body Fight The Flu Or Cold Naturally

Cold and flu season is upon us. With all of the medical information out there, what happen to natural process? As long as you are healthy and free of medical conditions, having a battle with the flu can be comforted naturally while helping your body build natural immunity. Colds and flu are viral not bacterial, so taking an antibiotic will not cure either and should only be prescribed if a secondary bacterial infection occurs. With all of the hype about swine flu, bird flu, and a stronger common flu strain, here are some tips to help you weather the symptom storm naturally and without medication.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Vitamin C.
Hot tea.
Water.
Bath tub.
Blankets.
Fresh foods.
Book.
Soft tissue.

Step 1

RECOGNIZING SYMPTOMS.
Colds and flu are often recognized as having some very uncomfortable symptoms. These can include but are not limited to congestion, aches and pains, fatigue, fever, sore throat, cough, weakness, headache, and chills. You should always consult a doctor to be sure there is not a more serious condition or issue. If your doctor permits you to forgo any medicine or treatment, these tips will help you battle your cold or flu naturally while increasing your body' s natural immunity.
Step 2

FLUIDS AND HYDRATION.
This is a very important part to healing your body. Water is key as a natural cleaner for your body. Be sure to get your 8 cups of water per day. Supplementing your diet with fluids high in vitamin c can help you to battle your cold or flu. Citrus and other fruit juices should be natural and 100% juice. 100% vitamin c does not always mean it is also 100% fruit juice. Hot teas also offer some comfort to those suffering a cold or flu. Adding honey as a sweetener also boosts your body's ability to fight back against a virus. The drink additive Airborne is also believed to help soothe and boost the immune system.
Step 3

CONGESTION.
To battle congestion is one of the largest parts of battling colds or flu naturally. A hot shower or bath will help to loosen mucus. You will want to continue to gently blow your nose to rid yourself of the mucus. Also coughing, while annoying and sometimes painful is your body' s natural way to clean your respiratory system. Cough up as much as you can. Eating spicy foods will also help to open nasal passages. Vic's Vapor Rub can also provide comfort. Be sure to wash or sanitize your hands after coughing or blowing your nose. Try to do either into a tissue.
Step 4

SORE THROAT.
A sore throat is a miserable thing. The natural ways to combat sore throat are varied. Gargling a warm salt water solution can be done as often as desired, and can provide comfort. Hot teas with honey also soothe. You can snack on popsicle and other iced treats to help calm the pain. Try freezing grapes. There are natural herbal throat lozenges available at all drug stores too.
Step 5

ACHES AND PAINS.
Rest and relaxation will help you combat cold and flu symptoms naturally while helping your body heal. Also try warm showers and baths. While in a bath adding mentholated bath additives or Epsom salts also comforts the body. Resting in bed or on the couch all bundled up will help you to heal. Be sure to get as much sleep as possible, but at least 8 hours.
Step 6

FOODS.
Eating as much natural fresh fruits and vegetables as possible will also help you heal from a cold or flu. Recent studies are alluding to the idea that Brazil nuts, whole garlic, yogurt, lean protein, citrus, and black tea may help prevent both the common and swine flu strains. Providing your body natural foods provides the best form of vitamins, minerals, and trace minerals in the ways they are intended to be delivered to your body.
Step 7

CLEAN.
Remember the best way to prevent illness such as colds and flu, is to keep clean. Clean your hands and objects that are frequently contacted like telephones and handles. Carrying hand sanitizer will help you to stay well or help decrease your chance of passing illness onto others.