New Delhi. Friends, winter season has arrived. As soon as the weather changes, people start suffering from cold, cough and fever. Viral fever is also common in this season. During the winter season, a lot of care has to be taken from lifestyle to eating habits. Even if you have cold and cough, you can get quick relief from some natural things (Natural Treatment Tips for Colds and Flu). let us know
Clean the nose frequently-
If you have a cold, it is important that you clean your nose frequently and properly. Due to cold, mucus gets formed again and again, so keep spraying it out but keep in mind that do not clean the nose too fast, otherwise due to pressure, ear pain may start. The best way to clear the nose is to press the nostril with a finger on one side and gently clear it with the other side.
Salt water is effective on runny nose-
Running or blocked nose is a common problem in winter. Salt water proves to be very effective in this. It works to remove viruses and bacteria from the nose. For this, mix 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda in some lukewarm water. Put it in the nose using a bulb syringe or nasal irrigation kit. Doing this two-three times a day provides relief from blocked and runny nose.
Keep yourself warm and rest-
If you have cold, cough or flu, first of all try to keep yourself warm and take complete rest. This provides energy to the body to fight viruses and bacteria. Rest also helps the immune system fight the flu. So rest as much as possible.
Gargle-
Gargling relieves sore throat and provides relief. For this, dissolve half a teaspoon of salt in warm water and gargle with it four times a day. Apart from salt water, you can also gargle with it by mixing some tea or honey and Apple Cider Vinegar. It relieves throat pain.
Drink warm liquids-
Hot liquid food items provide great relief in cold. This provides relief from blocked nose, dehydration and throat pain. If you have so much stiffness that you are unable to sleep at night, then drink herbal tea mixed with honey or a decoction before sleeping. This will give you a lot of relief.
Take bath with hot water-
Bathing with warm water clears the nose and relaxes the muscles. If you have flu, take a bath with hot or steaming water. This will give you a lot of relief. If you are unable to muster the courage to take a bath, then wipe your entire body with a cloth filled with warm water and change your clothes. Apart from this, make a bundle of menthol, eucalyptus, and camphor and keep it under the pillow and smell it from time to time, it will provide relief.
Sleep with a high pillow-
Sleep with your head elevated, this will make it easier to breathe through a blocked nose. Sleeping with a high pillow also provides relief from sinus. Try to sleep on your side instead of your back.
Foods that fight infection-
Certain foods help fight cold and flu. Things like Vitamin C, carrots, black pepper, mustard oil, onion, black or green tea and hot soups all help in fighting infection.
Note- The information and suggestions given above are for general information and should not be considered as advice from any professional doctor. If you have any questions or problems, please consult a doctor.
