In the autumn and spring months, grippe, flu and colds are getting very common.
Changeable weather and sudden, sometimes unexpected temperature fluctuations cause colds and illnesses. After noticing the first symptoms of a mild cold or flu, many people rush to the pharmacy looking for various known and unknown medicines and antibiotics. Meanwhile, the disease can be not only prevented but also treated not with various pills, but with natural remedies, which each of us has at home.
• Immunity
First of all, you should take care not to get sick. For this purpose, the first important step is to strengthen immunity. Add ginger, rosehips, citrus fruits like oranges, and lemons, colorful vegetables like peppers, carrots, pumpkin, nuts, honey, cinnamon, dairy products, berries, dried fruits, especially black plums, raisins and seafood to your diet. Getting rid of stress and having healthy sleep is also important to have strong immunity: an adult should sleep an average of 8 hours a day. It’s enough time for your body to get rest.
• Liquid
Drink as much liquid as possible. This is also important for strengthening the immune system. In case of a cold, or flu, the first thing you should do is take different types of liquids: tea, juice, broth, and plain water. The liquid will help expel the disease from the body.
• Steam
Inhalations are an experienced and very effective method. They help to get rid of mucus accumulated in the nasal cavity. You can pour hot water or chamomile infusion into a deep pot, cover your head with a towel, bring it close to the pot and breathe the hot air for 5-10 minutes. This also helps with sore throat. Many housewives use an interesting method of inhalation: they boil potatoes, and when the water starts to boil, they suggest covering the head with a towel, approaching the pot and inhaling.
• Brine
A cold is often accompanied by a sore throat. It is necessary to clean the throat and mouth several times during the day with this simple mixture.It will help to get rid of pain and sore throat. It is also recommended to wash the nose twice a day, in the morning and in the evening, in such a way that the brine fills the nose.
• Onions and garlic
These are well-known antioxidants, so it is recommended to use them frequently to prevent the spread of disease or infection. You can not only eat but also, for example, cut an onion, put it in the room or pour vodka on a plate, crush garlic and put it in the corner of the house.
• Easy-to-digest food
And finally, in case of illness, use easy-to-digest food. The body spends energy to digest food, the lighter it is, the more strength will be left to overcome the disease. Broth, boiled meat, fish, and raw vegetables: will also become a source of vitamins and will not burden the body.
Stay Healthy!