Colds and Sore Throats
Everyone suffers from the common cold at some time, most of us several
times a year. Some colds can be worse than others. Most last between one
and two weeks.
Doctors
still have not found a cure for the common cold
Antibiotics will not hep
Simple
home made remedies will relieve the discomfort until you are better.
Take
regular paracetamol or aspirin to relieve the aches and pains and to
bring your temperature down. (Please note, this is not recommended for
under 16's, see your doctor or chemist if you are worried).
Soluble
paracetamol or aspirin can be gargled before swallowing to help your
sore throat.
Ease the
congestion of a blocked nose by inhaling the steam from a bowl of hot
water from the kettle. Menthol or eucalyptus drops in the water make a
good vapour inhalation. Always make sure there is no danger of the hot
water spilling and causing a scald.