11 hacks supported by Wellness Editor to Survival of Cold and Flu season

There is something to love for autumn and winter, but not for the cold and flu season. Around this year there is a feeling that everyone gets sick different types of diseases As a walking pneumonia, influenza, Covid-19 and RSV. Although it is now easier than ever to find out if you have the flu or Covid-19 with FDA-Discovered TestWhat is not easy is to deal with the symptoms that come with any disease.

Fortunately, there are things you can do to deal with sore throat, suffocated nose, cough and less easier and less painful. To help, CNET’s editors have collected our list of tips for a cold and flu season that we use so we don’t get sick.

Detox tea

“Every time I feel cold, starting to get involved, I always make this drink for detox tea. The recipe includes pure cranberry juiceLemon tea and organic dandelion. I will take a glass with a gallon or a very large jar for masonry and fill it with hot water. Then, I stew two dandelion tea bags for 10 to 15 minutes. Then I add the juice of one lemon and half a glass of pure cranberry juice. This drink is very bitter, so I suggest adding honey.

In addition to three healthy dishes throughout the day, I try to finish as much as possible than a tea drink. It really helps to wash everything and keep me hydrated. Plus, drinking it, while it’s hot, soothes my throat. Pure cranberry juice and Dandlion Tea are high in antioxidants and Lemons contain Vitamin CS ” – Caroline Igo, editor of sleep

Zinc

“During the cold and flu season, I’m trying to take Zinc regularly by some Studies show that it can shorten a cold per day or two. This argument is still ready for debate, but I found it when I accept it, I remain healthy during the cold and flu season. I also focus on maintaining a diet that is high in antioxidants Support my immune systemSo it can be a combination of things. “-Gisel Castro-Labor, Wellness Writer

Turmeric

“I love latte and turmeric teas when I do not feel well. Known for its antioxidant and anti -inflammatory properties, it is said that turmeric could used by those involved in allergies and infectionsS It is also associated with relieve the anxietyWhich is something I especially feel when I am sick. Nevertheless, hot drinks are known relieve the symptoms of the flu and the common coldAnd I definitely feel these advantages with my favorite turmeric drinks.

While I have tried to make my own turmeric latte, I prefer the taste of Golden superlat From Clevr Blends, which includes probiotics, mushrooms and adaptogens. For a more expensive option I also love Yogi Tea’s Honey Chai Turmeric Vitaly Tea With a little added honey (and sometimes lemon). Note that both drinks contain black pepper, which can increase your body’s ability to absorb curcumin, a useful compound of turmeric. ” – Anna Gragrt, editor of wellness

Elderberry

“Although more research is needed to fully understand the full Effects of elderberry in the treatment or prevention of a cold or flu, this is a supplement that you can always find in my medicine cabinet. I accept it every day and I found that I got sick less than when I didn’t take it. I tried it in all its forms – tires, syrup, tablets and capsules. The goose are sure that the most delicious, but often come with a lot of added sugar, so I just stick to the capsules. This, paired with a good sleep, exercise and washing your hands often, are my Go-to during the cold and flu season. “-Adarich Martinez, Managing Editor

Focus on throat care with tea, honey and others

“If a cold I like cooking Gingerbread tea and adding honey to it. For sore and scratching throats, I gargle with salt and hot waterBut I also cover my throat with Warp and lime juice (some people also use lemon). It’s like homemade drug syrup that tastes good and soothes the throat at the same time. “-Gisel Castro-Largeo, writer of Wellness

Hot water, honey, apple cider vinegar and hot children

“If I get sick in the winter, it usually has a sore throat or streptoco. Certain cough drops sometimes seem to worsen throat and soreness after short, temporary relief that ensures fading. I instead turned to warm drinks with honey ( Preferably honey purchased locally). Apple cider vinegarS The other is a hot child in the evening, usually a few hours before going to bed.

The options of hot children were used as cold and cough cough remedies for hundreds of yearsS The recipe usually includes hot water, whiskey, honey and lemon, often garnished with a cinnamon stick. Of course, the addition of whiskey is completely optional and you will still feel the soothing benefits of this drink without it. In addition to I often wash my hands, I spend time outside as often as possible in winter. Getting fresh air and sunlight – even in the more cold months – seems to help Increase my immune system (and my mood). ” – Ali Lopez, writer of sleep

Optimize your sleep

“Sleep is an essential part of the recovery from the fluS This said it can be super difficult to sleep when you are sick, especially if you have a runny nose or a constant cough. To fight this, I often sleep is propped up When I’m sick. It may sound a little bizarre, but it helps to make sure I can breathe and get enough sleep to allow my body to rest and recover as quickly as possible. There are specialized pillows for this, although I am inclined to simply arrange what I have to save some money. ” – Taylor Leimy, a dream writer

Vaporub

“For congestion and cough I rely on Vicks Vaporub and rub some on my chest (note that you Should not put it in or around your nostrils). This is a temporary repair that helps to quickly clear my sinuses. And now that I deal with a little, I have found that steam baths help with a suffocated nose, followed by clearing it with Nasal vacuum cleanerS “-Gisel Castro-Largeo, writer of Wellness

Steam

“Every time I get sick, there is a tendency to cause congestion in my upper respiratory tract. To clear my sinuses and make it easier for my blowing, my experience is an evaporated shower since Steam inhalation is shown relieves the symptoms of a coldS To avoid warm water that ignites my skin, it will often let a soul flow out of my body for a few minutes until it absorbs deep inhalation to inhale the steam. ” – Anna Gragrt, editor of wellness