Got The Sniffles? Find Out Which Cold Remedies Work The Best

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While most people get colds during winter or spring, anyone can catch them at any time of the year. In fact, adults are thought to have two to three of them every year; children, even more. If you are currently sick, knowing which cold remedies work the best is important to managing the symptoms and getting back up on your feet.

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Prevention, though, is always better than cure – especially since colds can be so easily transmitted. A University of Arizona study found that if someone in your office is sick with colds, it only takes the virus 4 hours to infect most surfaces. And you’ll be stuck Googling which cold remedies work the best.

Protect yourself from the bug the way doctors do with these suggestions:

• Always wash your hands. There is a reason why this tip has become such a cliché: it’s effective. You can either use hand sanitizer or warm water and soap to do this. Be careful about touching taps or buttons with your hands, too. And when you do and you cannot wash your hands yet, don’t bring them close to your mouth.
• Rid surfaces of possible germs. So many things that surround you are veritable hotspots for colds germs, and it is vital to minimize risk exposure as often as you can. Doctors suggest antiseptic wipes or alcohol-based cleansers for wiping away computer monitors, tables, and other surfaces.
• Exercise. Physical activities help strengthen the immune system, which will lessen your chances of reaching for another roll of tissue when cold season arrives. You may even exercise if you already have colds, as long as you do not have a fever, cough, or chills.

Don’t swear off herbal meds. Some types of teas such as those made from goldenseal or echinacea have been found to have a positive effect on preventing colds, too.

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