How to Fight a Cold

A cold is defined as a viral upper respiratory tract infection that is contagious and caused by many different types of viruses. The body can never build up resistance to fight all of them. In kindergarten children average 12 colds per year, while adolescents and adults have around seven colds per year. Below you will find the steps on how to fight a cold.
Tips
- To prevent getting a cold, make sure you wash your hands frequently and get plenty of sleep.

Tips for the Common Cold

If you don't try to fight or treat a cold it can result in more serious conditions such as sinus infections. Here is some more useful information about how you can fight and cure a cold. Knowledge is half the work.

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Introduction

The average cold lasts 7-10 days and has many different symptoms that affect your sleeping patterns and work schedules. Below you will find all natural remedies to fight that stubborn cold.
Step 1: Airborne

At the first signs of a cold take 'Airborne'. Airborne contains a special blend of 17 vitamins, minerals and herbs, including Zinc, Ginger, Echinacea and a blast of Vitamin C! It will support your immune system.
Step 2: Vitamin C

Take Vitamin C to give your immune system a boost and to reduce the severity and length of the cold. The body can only absorb between 250 mg to 500 mg a day so there is no need to take more than that. Emergen-C packs are also a great source of Vitamin C.
Step 3: Echinacea & Zinc

Take Echinacea. It is the number one choice for herbal cold remedies. You can also suck on a zinc lozenge every couple of hours for a fast recovery. Zinc can significantly reduced the average duration of cold symptoms.
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Step 4: Fluids & Foods

Drink plenty of fluids like ginger tea, green tea or tea with lemon and honey. Eat comforting foods like chicken soup. It will make you feel better. Cut down on sweets. Not only will they increase stress levels, but they will lower your immune system.
Step 5: Blow Your Nose & Reduce Stress

If your nose is running and you are sniffling...Blow it. Blow out the mucus into a Kleenex, and wash hands in soapy water afterward. Another factor that will weaken your immune system is stress. Try doing some yoga or meditation. 30 Minutes of exercise a day will keep stress levels low.