Discover the Surprising At-Home Remedies That Can Crush Your Cold Overnight!
Use a Humidifier or Cool Mist Vaporizer
The Mayo Clinic recommends using a cool mist vaporizer or humidifier. It will add extra moisture in the air so that your nose and throat don’t dry out. Just be sure you change the water daily – you don’t want any dust agitating your already stuffed nose!
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Try Drinking a Few Things
There are a few things you can drink – and that includes plenty of water to stay hydrated. You should strive for about 8 ounces of water (at least) every two hours. You can also try drinking ginger tea as well as a teaspoon of honey to any kind of tea or hot water.
Make a Rice Pack
A rice pack will make it easy to apply heat to your sinuses, and that can relieve a lot of pressure. Grab a tube sock and some rice. Fill the clean sock about 2/3 of the way up with dry rice. Sew or tie the end closed. Heat the rice pack in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until it’s at just the right temp. Let it sit across your nose and on your cheeks for about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Take a Scented Bath
A warm bath can help to ease the common cold symptoms. Add a bit of Epsom salt and baking soda so that you can give your muscles some relief. Citrus or lavender will also help with being able to relax.
When you take advantage of some or all of these tips, you’ll start to feel better in no time!
