Despite the fact that the Columbia area of South Carolina has been boosting 70+ degree weather for the past week, our family still couldn't avoid catching one of the many different viruses going around this Winter.
So what do we do when a cold hits us and we want to feel better without downing spoonfuls of cold and cough medicine?
Here are some of the basic home remedies that I have researched and been implementing:
-Water and other fluids- these may help to ease any congestion and aid in dehydration.
-Saline nose drops-this is a really tough one for the kiddos, but it really does work wonders!
-Chicken soup- it's not just a myth, I promise! Here is what I have found: "Scientists have put chicken soup to the test, discovering that it does have effects that might help relieve cold and flu symptoms in two ways. First, it acts as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the movement of neutrophils — immune system cells that participate in the body's inflammatory response. Second, it temporarily speeds up the movement of mucus through the nose, helping relieve congestion and limiting the amount of time viruses are in contact with the nose lining."
-The Mayo Clinic
-Humidity-I've learned that colds thrive in dry consitions, so I like to use the Vick's Vapor humidifier as it creates a Mentholatum warm mist. It feels great to breath in and relieves that awful stuffy nose and scratchy throat- especially while trying to sleep.
What are some of the home remidies you and your family immplement? I'd love for you to share them!
Hope you're staying healthy!
Kate
So what do we do when a cold hits us and we want to feel better without downing spoonfuls of cold and cough medicine?
Here are some of the basic home remedies that I have researched and been implementing:
-Water and other fluids- these may help to ease any congestion and aid in dehydration.
-Saline nose drops-this is a really tough one for the kiddos, but it really does work wonders!
-Chicken soup- it's not just a myth, I promise! Here is what I have found: "Scientists have put chicken soup to the test, discovering that it does have effects that might help relieve cold and flu symptoms in two ways. First, it acts as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the movement of neutrophils — immune system cells that participate in the body's inflammatory response. Second, it temporarily speeds up the movement of mucus through the nose, helping relieve congestion and limiting the amount of time viruses are in contact with the nose lining."
-The Mayo Clinic
-Humidity-I've learned that colds thrive in dry consitions, so I like to use the Vick's Vapor humidifier as it creates a Mentholatum warm mist. It feels great to breath in and relieves that awful stuffy nose and scratchy throat- especially while trying to sleep.
What are some of the home remidies you and your family immplement? I'd love for you to share them!
Hope you're staying healthy!
Kate
1 comment:
snuggling :) it's free, natural, hormone free, and works wonders on a sick child (or mommy too!)
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