14 Ways to Heal a Cold Quickly

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Back in 2013 I shared 21 Tips to Prevent Colds and the Flu which has remained one of my highest read posts of all time. With the lovely "cold and flu" season upon us and having suffered from a serious cold two weeks ago, I thought I would share today about 14 ways to heal a cold quickly! I hope that you stay healthy this winter season but if you find yourself with a cold I hope these tips help you!

1. Take a hot shower/hot bath. Recent studies have shown that there are benefits to hot showers and baths when you have a cold and suggest that you may heal faster. If nothing else the steam is helpful for your sinus congestion! 

2. Drink Warm/Hot liquids. These will not only feel comforting but can also soothe a sore throat. (Some teas to try? Ginger, Slippery Elm, Elderberry, and Echineaca are all known to help in the healing process!)

3. Take a break. One of the best things that you can do to help you recover quickly from a cold is to take a break. It is tempting to keep pushing through with a normal routine but rest is the best thing for you. 

4. Get Plenty of Rest. One of the best things that you can do when fighting a cold is to get plenty of rest. Check out some tips on how to get better sleep HERE. 

5. Take Cod Liver Oil. You can read about all of the health benefits of Cod Liver Oil HERE. 

6. Take Elderberry Syrup. For many centuries people have been using this plant to help heal quickly from colds. (If you can't stomach the syrup you can look for elderberry in other forms.)

7. Smell Eucalyptus Oil. Purchase Eucalyptus Oil and smell it. The smell alone is known to help ease sinus inflammation. 

8. Drink Plenty of Water. When you have a cold and are feeling terrible it is tempting to forget to drink the proper amount of water. Drink plenty of water so that you do not get dehydrated. (Water has AMAZING health benefits! You can read about 15 health benefits of water HERE.)

9. Detox. Start dry brushing those toxins away! 

10. Avoid Coffee and Alcohol. Along with #6 is the idea of wanting to stay properly hydrated. Both coffee and alcohol are both very dehydrating. Stay away from both of these to help you recover quickly. 

11. Take Zinc. There is some debate about whether this will help or not, but many studies have shown that taking proper amounts of zinc can help in healing. 

12. Take Colloidal Silver. 

13. Drink Apple Cider Vinegar. You can find out all of the amazing health benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar HERE.  

14. Eat foods that will boost your Immune System. Want some ideas? Click HERE!

I hope these 14 tips help! Do you have any cold fighting tips or remedies that you swear by?

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