5 Must Have Items to Survive a Cold

You know that feeling when you wake up one sunny morning and have an itch in your throat? You immediately say a little prayer to keep healthy and go about your day. It either gets better or gets worst and lately, for me, it has been getting worse. This Winter, and now Spring, has been brutal on my immune system. Living in Arizona I typically am super healthy with little allergies, but for some reason it has caught up to me. Lucky for me, my husband has been super helpful and we have all managed to get sick at different times. Sharing is caring, especially when you feel like death run over, so here are my 5 "must have" cold remedies!

1. Humidifier - These have been amazing for us out here in the dry desert. Here is the one we use for Luke and here is the one we use in our room. When we are sick we swear by the medicated Vapo Steam that you put into the humidifier, but regardless these will help with coughing fits at night. We also like to put a dash of peppermint and rosemary essential oils in them. 

2. NetiPot - My parents are addicted to these things and while the sensation takes a bit to get used to, they really do help clear things up in the nostrils. From allergies to a sinus infection, they will have you breathing easier.

3. Lemon Ginger Tea - I am sure I did not invent this,  but I have introduced this to quite a few people. 8 oz hot water (as hot as you can stand), juice of half a lemon, 1 TBS honey and a few slices of ginger. Let that steep for 4-5 minutes and drink immediately. Do this as often as necessary throughout the day. This drink is a miracle worker, I promise! 

4. Vick's Vapor Rub - I love this stuff! Luke had a lot of stuffy noses as a baby and when I was desperate enough, I read to put the rub on the soles of his feet and cover with socks. I swear this worked a miracle for him every time we did it. It helped him to sleep better and was a natural remedy for the night time sniffles. I have been desperate enough to try this, as well, and yes it really does work. 

5. Zarbee's Naturals Cough Syrup - I love this brand and we have used it since Luke was old enough for the honey. They have daytime and night time cough and mucus suppressant for kids and adults. Give them a try, you will love the taste and the outcome. 

Keep in mind that I am NOT a medical professional, just a mom who loves to share what works for my family. I hope some of these work for you too. What are your favorite cold remedies? 

Happy healing,