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Help! I've somehow managed to catch a rather nasty head cold which is making me feel absolutely rotten.
And considering my usual method of dealing with colds is unavailable at present, I'm looking for safe alternatives to get some relief from my pounding sinuses and the constantly dripping nose.
Anyone got any ideas?
Ugh the dreaded prego cold. You could try a fess or other saline spray to help clear out your sinuses. Also a hot or cold pack on your head and cheeks might help with the pounding. Honey and lemon also work a treat for me too...
Hope you're on the mend soon :)
Thanks Bug's Mum - a friend of mine also reminded me of the trick of putting some vicks vaporub in a tub of hot water and inhaling the steam, which seems to be working a bit.
Hm it may not be a proven remedy, but I find a nice hot bowl of vegie soup loaded with fresh garlic and chilli makes me feel better, and I'm pretty sure lemon oil is safe so that in a bowl of hot water so you can breathe in the vapours may give you some relief too. Hope it goes away soon
Vitamin C?? Also, a lot of people I know swear by the coat your feet in vicks vaporub overnight (covered in a pair of socks). May be worth trying!
Good luck!!!!
Haven't heard that one, Nothing2lose... not sure I'd be game to try it. Thankfully the cold has broken and I'm pretty well fine now :)