How To-67: "How to Cure a Cold Without Medicine"

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One of the most helpful cold remedies is Vitamin C!

Steps

1. Take vitamin C tablets or eat citrus fruit regularly
   
2. Get extra vitamin C when cold symptoms appear
   
3. Remember to get plenty of natural vitamins in addition to any pills taken
   
4. Although not proven, try eating chicken noodle soup lessening the affects of a cold
   
5. You can also gargle some salt water to reduce mucous from the throat.
   
6. Another remedy is by taking a warm bath, the steam from the bath will thin out the mucous and temporarily stop coughing.
   
7. Drinking fluids will help relieve a cold sooner, so be sure to stay hydrated.
   
8. Honey disolved in tea will help to soothe a sore throat
   
9. Take the day off: sleep is the fastest way to get over a cold
   
10. Breathe in steam to get rid of a plugged nose
    

Tips

• Drinking a cup of orange juice every morning is an easy way to get Vitamin C!
  
• Eating healthy and excersising can decrease your risk of getting sick.
  
• Make sure you get lots of rest
  

Warnings

• Be sure not to overdose on Vitamin C!
  
• Medicine can sometimes be needed, so be sure to see a doctor if symptoms persist or if you feel really sick.
  

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