SELF- REMEDY
9 Tips to Treat Colds and Flu the 'Natural' Way With no cure in sight for the cold or the flu , current treatments can at best bring symptom relief or shorten the duration of those symptoms. You can take one of a variety of medications that may help relieve your symptoms. Or you can take the natural approach. WebMD went to Charles B. Inlander, president of The People's Medical Society, for some home remedies that may help you feel better along the way. No. 1: Blow Your Nose Often -- and the Right Way It's important to blow your nose regularly when you have a cold rather than sniffling mucus back into your head. But when you blow hard, pressure can cause an earache. The best way to blow your nose: Press a finger over one nostril while you blow gently to clear the other . Wash your hands after blowing your nose. No. 2: Stay Rested Resting when you first come down with a cold or the flu helps your body direct its energy toward the immune battle. This battl...