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Just when we think spring is here and cold and flu season has ended, it hits like a wave, swinging in for that last round before the warm weather arrives. If you find yourself, your partner or your kiddos suffering from a stuffy nose and cough \u2013 you aren\u2019t alone! It\u2019s going around. Rather than pumping yourself and your family full of cold meds (which often make you feel worse), how about exploring some natural options for both shortening the duration and preventing a cold? If you\u2019re thinking now is the time to check out some alternatives, here\u2019s a look the best natural cold remedies out there.<\/p>\n

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8 Natural Cold Remedies<\/p>\n

1. Vitamin C \u2013\u00a0Ramping up your\u00a0vitamin C<\/a>\u00a0intake is one of the best ways to shorten the duration of a cold or even prevent it from starting in the first place.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0Cinnamon\u00a0\u2013\u00a0Cinnamon<\/a>\u00a0is naturally packed with antibiotic and antiviral qualities, making it a great choice for fighting off a cold. Add it to tea or water and drink up.<\/p>\n

3. Nettle Leaf\u00a0\u2013 This herb is known for helping to stave of illness. Loaded with vitamins, it also helps the body rid itself of toxins and even supports the immune system. Mix it up in an\u00a0herbal tea<\/a>\u00a0for the best effects.<\/p>\n

4. Garlic\u00a0\u2013 YES,\u00a0garlic<\/a>! Sounds like an odd alternative, right? As it turns out, garlic is packed with antibacterial, anti-fungal and antibiotic qualities \u2013 making it an obvious natural choice for fighting off colds. Simply mince one or two cloves and mix with water. Drink up!<\/p>\n

5. Zinc\u00a0\u2013 When taken in the form of a\u00a0lozenge<\/a>\u00a0or capsule, zinc is known for prevention both cold and flu.<\/p>\n

6. Apple Cider Vinegar \u2013\u00a0Drink up a big tablespoon of\u00a0apple cider vinegar<\/a>\u00a0at the first sights of being sick. It doesn\u2019t have the best taste, but if you do that a few times a day, your symptoms should quickly subside.<\/p>\n

7. Ginger\u00a0\u2013 Known for easing the stomach, ginger actually can also help alleviate headaches and fever. Make a tea by steeping fresh ginger root or opt for\u00a0ginger tea bags<\/a>.<\/p>\n

8. Lemon\u00a0\u2013 Hot lemon water will work wonders for pumping your body full of all that vitamin C that you really need. Don\u2019t like the taste of plain lemon water, add an\u00a0herbal tea bag<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Have you ever tried natural remedies in place of cold medicine? Which do you prefer?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Just when we think spring is here and cold and flu season has ended, it hits like a wave, swinging in for that last round before the warm weather arrives. If you find yourself, your partner or your kiddos suffering from a stuffy nose and cough \u2013 you aren\u2019t alone! It\u2019s going around. Rather than…<\/p>\n

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