Do you also have a runny nose and a scratchy throat? Welcome to the wonderful world of seasonal illnesses. The infection generally passes in a few days but it is very contagious. How to relieve a cold without resorting to medication?
The cold, also known as rhinitis or seasonal flu, is a very common infectious and contagious disease caused by a rhinovirus. It is generally triggered by environmental conditions such as cold, humidity, or tobacco smoke, as well as by a weakened immune system due to periods of stress or fatigue. The most common reflex when suffering from a cold is to wait for it to pass, usually by blowing your nose all day. Here are some tips for naturally treating a cold without medication.
Drink Enough Water
Proper hydration relieves symptoms and speeds up recovery. Water helps to liquefy mucus, making it easier for the body to eliminate it. In addition, drinking enough water can prevent dehydration and strengthen the immune system.
Monitor Your Temperature
Monitor your temperature, or that of your child, if applicable (consult your doctor if the fever does not subside or if your child is having difficulty tolerating it).
Rest
If you go back to living at 100 miles per hour right after the flu, your body will certainly carry that great fatigue for a very long time. During the 2 weeks following a flu, arrange your schedule to rest as much as possible: go to bed as early as possible, avoid late-night outings, ensure a minimum of 8 hours of sleep each day, engage in gentle sports like yoga or pilates…
Air Out the House
Regularly ventilating your home helps prevent or relieve nasal congestion by allowing fresh air to enter the house.
Do Steam Inhalations
Boil water and pour it into a bowl. Sit comfortably at a table and wait one to two minutes for the temperature to decrease to avoid risking burning your nasal mucous membranes. Add up to 6 drops of eucalyptus essential oil (Eucalyptus radiata). Place your face over the bowl to inhale the steam that rises (cover your head and the top of the bowl with a towel to maintain the warmth). Breathe gently for about ten minutes.
