More people are trying out herbal remedies to treat common colds.
Herbal remedies include:
Echinacea is known as the purple coneflower and is considered one of the top-selling herbs in North America. This herb boosts the immune system making it one of the effective herbal cold remedies. Echinacea works by stimulating the production of white blood cells which in turn equip your body with resistance and the ability to fight colds, coughs, flu and other respiratory conditions.
Another one of the effective herbal cold remedies is the cinnamon. This herbal medicine has been used for centuries to counter infection and fight poor circulation. The 12th century German nun and also herbalist, Hildegard of Bingen used it as a 'universal spice for sinuses' and treatment for colds, flu and cancer.
Ginger root is one of the known herbal cold remedies. It combats colds by easing congestion, relieving sinus pain and clearing throats. It was first used by Chinese herbalists 2,500 years ago and has been used to treat various ailments.
Honey lemon tea is one of the effective herbal cold remedies and easy for everyone to make. Just squeeze the juice into a cup of hot water then add honey. Both honey and lemon are good for soothing sore throat. Lemons help you sweat, lowering your fever.
Vitamin C is one of the best herbal cold remedies because it is capable of boosting your immune system among other things. Rich sources of Vitamin C include: citrus fruits such as oranges, limes, lemons, grapefruit, cantaloupe and strawberries. Vitamin C can also be derived from vegetables such as tomatoes, green pepper, broccoli, cabbage and potatoes. One glass of pure orange juice is enough to get the recommended intake of vitamin C. Grapefruit is great for fighting colds due to its high Vitamin C content. And another reason is the fact that it can detoxify the liver. Since the liver is necessary for the immune system, grapefruit makes a good detoxification.
Garlic is one of the best herbal cold remedies. This herbal medicine can prevent colds and reduce symptoms due to its powerful antibiotic called allicin which is released when cloves of garlic are chopped, crushed or chewed. You can use garlic supplements. The best supplements come in 'enteric-coated capsules' which is quite easier for the body to absorb. For colds symptoms, take 300 mg daily until symptoms subside.
Colds are caused by any one of the 20 different viruses. And herbal cold remedies provide safe and natural way to combat the common cold.
Written by:
G. Metcalf
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