Catching a cold (sneeze!)

Hey BOTTers,

I'm catching a yucky cold.  For me, when I catch a cold, I get so sick and it seems to go on forever usually turning quickly into a sinus infection.  I used to take Zicam gel swabs but they took them off the market.  They worked great for me.  I've used my stash of swabs unfortunately.  I've used the Rapidmelts but they don't work very well.

So, since we help each other in all aspects of our lives, what do you use and recommend when you are catching a cold??  Any suggestions will be very appreciated. 

Thanks so much!!

Cathy

A hoodie, a blanket, your warmest set of clothes, a gallon of water, a gallon of cranberry juice, and a gallon of chicken soup...... (sweat that sucker out)

That fixes me over night.

Positive thinking ' I am NOT catching a cold!  Then saline nasal spray frequently to keep things from blocking up.  Will help keep a sinus infection at bay.  Good luck. 

I use an herbal pill but can't remember the name - I'm at work now - will post again with the name when I get home.

Meanwhile, do what you'd tell us to do - TAKE IT EASY, lots of rest, lots of fluid and pamper yourself. 

Also, know that you are loved and treasured by lots and lots and lots of people.

I use "Quick defense" by Gaia herbs.  When taken at onset (I take 2-4 caps 4-5 x a day) it not only make it last shorter - but many times - it stopped the development of the cold in 1-2 days.

I do not remember when last time I had a real cold - it was probably 3-4 years ago. 
I may get feel rundown, feel "funny-weak", but never fully develop the symptoms....
To me  - that "stuff" is priceless.  I keep it in my house, my office and .. in my car in winter- so I can take it an onset... Even a day delay - the herbs may not work as well..

Cathy - when I copied your alternative e-mail address I made a typo - sorry to be such a bother, but would you please send it to me (my alternative address) and I will do my best to get it right this time

Hugs Cathy

hope you are feeling better soon

Ruth