Summer’s over and just like that it’s cold and flu season. 
I was going to write on a different topic today, but I’m not feeling well myself. I want to share with you my at-home natural remedies to fight a cold.
When you feel something coming on, best to act right away to prevent a full on cold. It doesn’t mean reach for an ibuprofen; it means boost your immune system!
These are my 4 all time favourite remedies.
- Oil of Oregano: Yes, I know, it’s gross. Take it however you want, but I like to just go for it. I put 3 drops under my tongue and gargle with a bit of water. I do this a few times a day when I feel under the weather.
- Liquids, liquids and liquids: Not booze. But warm liquids. My ultimate recipe, as the picture shows, is as follow:
- Boil a big pot of water, so you can drink it all day. Throw in:
- Thinly sliced ginger root (aids in digestion & an aphrodisiac)
- Fresh bay leaves (aids in reducing inflammation & lowers stress hormones)
- Fresh rosemary (improves memory, promotes hair growth & boosts immune system)
- Fresh thyme (boots immune system & a natural cough remedy)
- Fresh mint (antioxidant & aids in digestion)
- Boil for a few minutes. After it cools, add in some raw, unpasteurized honey and freshly squeezed lemon. Enjoy!
- Boil a big pot of water, so you can drink it all day. Throw in:
- Rest: Simple, but oh so needed when your body isn’t functioning at 100%.
- Vitamins: Usana HealthPak. I don’t know where I’d be without them. Complete pack of antioxidants and minerals.
If all else fails, throw back a shot of vodka. Kidding. Or not.
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