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It’s Officially Spring!
Longer days of sun, warmer weather, birds chirping, planning day trips, and more. It’s an exciting time for everyone, but especially so if you have young children. Being able to get outdoors with them more is such a fun time as a parent. Their smiling little faces and pure excitement for spending so much time outdoors. It also means that you are more likely to get them to bed easier too from their exhaustion. With so much fun and excitement, you would think Spring would mean sunshine and rainbows all around, but that’s not always the case.
Without fail every year since having kids, within a week or two of the changing seasons, one of them have gotten a spring cold. Even worse this past week, all four of us were sick. There’s nothing like trying to enjoy the outdoors and warmer weather, only to come down with a cold. Our oldest and I had even had ear infections. There’s not much more of a party buster than that.
Within a week though, we were all up and functioning again. In the grand scheme of things, that’s a quick turnaround for four people. Today we’re sharing our tips for bouncing back from a spring cold quickly.
10 Tips for Kicking the Spring Cold Fast
- Take raw honey. Research shows that raw honey has antiviral and antibacterial properties and can soothe a sore throat. Additionally, finding honey within a 5 mile radius to your home can help with seasonal allergies.
- Go to bed early. Studies have shown that sleep deprivation can lead to suppressed immune system function.
- Increase Vitamin C and Vitamin D. Making sure your body is getting proper nutrients may reduce the length of your cold by at least a day, but also people who are consistently getting nutrients are shown to have fewer colds throughout the year.
- Wash your hands frequently. If you’re tired of hearing this old adage, check out the science behind hand-washing.
- Put down the candy. Avoiding sugar is a great way to keep your immune system in fighting shape. Consuming sugar can suppress your immune system for hours after ingestion.
- Take a walk. Not only is this good for your waistline, but exercise provides a myriad of immune benefits, from flushing out bacteria to slowing the release of stress hormones.
- Drink freshly made bone broth. Studies show bone broth boost many benefits including reducing illness time, thin mucous so it expels easier, and many more. If you are vegan, warm liquids like sugar free apple juice or warm teas can also have benefits.
- Use a humidifier. A cool mist humidifier adds moisture to the air which can help break up congestion. Make sure you are cleaning the unit according to direction to avoid mold build up and changing the water daily.
- Stay hydrated. Making sure that you don’t get dehydrated will ensure you heal faster and you don’t add to your cold symptoms. Drinking liquids like beneficial teas and coconut water, can add greater benefits.
- Keep a roll of TheraZinc lozenges handy. These delicious supplements combine elderberry and zinc to keep you feeling your best. They are easy to keep in a purse or backpack, and dissolve quickly in your mouth.
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Angelica says
April 15, 2017 at 4:49 pmBone broth is my cold go-to, with a lot of turmeric and garlic. Whips colds and flus into shape real quick!
Larisha Campbell says
April 18, 2017 at 3:09 pmI’ve never added turmeric, but do love bone broth! I’ll have to try it
Janice Cooper says
April 16, 2017 at 12:28 amMy best tip for kicking a cold is lots of rest, drink orange juice and take your meds often!
angie w says
April 16, 2017 at 8:49 amI like simmering ginger, then adding to a mug with lemon and honey – always seems to help!
Dynal Roberson says
April 16, 2017 at 11:11 amPlenty of rest and chicken noodle soup works for me.
Meaghan says
April 16, 2017 at 11:28 amCuddles seem to help in our house
Larisha Campbell says
April 18, 2017 at 3:08 pmAlways!
hannah says
April 16, 2017 at 1:37 pmBest tip for kicking colds is drinking plenty of fluids, but keeping the sugary drinks to a minimum.
Natalie says
April 16, 2017 at 7:02 pmMy tip to kick a cold is to relax! Meditate, deep breath, go for a light walk; anything to calm your nervous system.
deanna says
April 16, 2017 at 7:59 pmI drink orange juice daily and I feel like it helps me avoid colds a little better. I also use a diffuser.
Dina Lindquist says
April 16, 2017 at 11:43 pmI take zinc and echinacea right when I get the symptoms of a cold. It seems to help!
Elena says
April 17, 2017 at 10:38 ammy tip is to drink hot tea with lemon and ginger and rest as much as you can
Stephanie Grant says
April 17, 2017 at 11:41 amMy best tips is to catch it quick and medicate!!
shelly peterson says
April 17, 2017 at 8:35 pmMy best tip at kicking a cold is get a lot of rest and stay hydrated.
Susan Smith says
April 17, 2017 at 9:11 pmMy best tip for kicking a cold is to rest, drink a lot of liquids and take vitamin C.
Julie Wood says
April 19, 2017 at 9:14 amMy best tip is to drink hot tea with honey and ginger. It really helps knock out the cold.
Stephanie says
April 19, 2017 at 9:26 amgetting sleep is a must
heather says
April 19, 2017 at 4:42 pmMy best tip for kicking a cold is to get a lot of rest and drink a lot of tea.
Deborah D says
April 20, 2017 at 2:36 amA hot cup of tea and plenty of rest
Aisha says
April 21, 2017 at 11:52 amI give my family vitamin C and have them take naps. At night, I rub vicks on their little feet and put socks. I don’t know if it works but they love it.
Terry says
April 21, 2017 at 6:50 pmI sip on warm water with honey and lemon for a cold.
Laurajj says
April 21, 2017 at 6:59 pmOh I would say get lots of rest! I have never tried taking zinc…but have hear it really helps!