Remedy For Common Cold

I have already explained about causes and prevention of common cold in my previous article. Common cold is an obstinate disease anyone can catch. In some people it's symptoms may appear for a month. So here i will tell you how can we reduce the duration of common cold with it's treatments.

Note: There is no proven methods that can control the symptoms of common cold. Patients have to go through all symptoms for day or two. There are no drugs that can cure common colds. I have mentioned some home remedy that can help treat common cold effectively. 

1. Plenty of warm water

Nothing better then warm water which will hydrate our body easily and ease sore throat. It can also help make mucus thinner. Tea and caffeine can further irritate upper respiratory tract with their dehydrating properties. Drink plenty of warm water to treat the cold.

2. Wear warm clothes 

Try to protect your neck area by wearing scarf. Wear full protective clothes to protect yourself from cold. Keeping yourself warm during sickness can help you heal faster.

3. Nasal Sprays

Nasal sprays can irrigate nasal passage in effective way helping to heal cold faster.

4. Paracetamol 

Fever is common during infection on first day. Take paracetamol to bring down fever.

5. Suck on ginger

Place a clean raw ginger in your tongue and suck it many times a day. Ginger with anti-inflammatory properties can also kill bacteria and reduce irritation.

6. Plenty of rest

Drowsiness and fatigue can be felt during severe common cold. It can also be the side-effects of using drugs. Resting a while can give you power to regain health during cold. Stressful activity should be avoided. Try to take plenty of rest if possible.

7. Mint inhalation 

This is the most effective method to treat cold in short period. Inhalation of mint vapor with hot water can reduce nasal congestion and prevent further complication. Contact drugstore for mint inhaler.

Warning: Foods to avoid during cold are milk and milk products. Nuts and fish should be avoided because these foods can increase the production of mucus and lengthen the duration of cold.

If you do not find any improvements even after one week then contact doctor without any delay.