Common Cold and Congestion

Garlic

Take several cloves of garlic at the first signs of the cold and later to fight congestion.

How it Works

Garlic contains a substance that is effective in killing the human rhinovirus, which causes colds and parainfluenze 3, a flu virus. Garlic will also help to stimulate the release of watery fluids in the mouth, throat, and lungs, helping to thin out mucus and move it along. In addition, Garlic has anti-inflammation powers.

Other Recourses

These Work

Supplements of Vitanmin C 500 mg - one per day. Eating spicy hot foods also help loosen up the phlegm while watering your eyes! Ibuprofen may help in cases of headaches. Spraying (or drops of) saline water into the nostrils helps as a decongestant. Make sure your surroundings are 55% or more humid. Relaxation.

These Don't

Antihistamines do little to relieve a cold - they actually make you sleepy! Aspirin and Acetaminohen actually reduce the body's immunity. Dry atmosphere may lead to nosebleeds. Stress.