It’s not always possible to avoid colds and flus but there are methods you can take to help get over an illness should you suffer from one.

Aside from grandma’s remedies and the good ole chicken soup there are other ways to get over an illness quicker.

What you want to take into consideration is that the sooner you try to combat the illness, the quicker you will recover.

Here are some tips:

• Herbs work well – try taking echinacea in 1,000 mg doses, 3 times per day.  Another combination that works well to combat colds is echinacea with golden seal.  Both these herbs come in drops, tablets and tea form.  There are also varieties made for children with out the alcohol that is sometimes found in the adult forms.
• Vitamin C -  although vitamin C is not a preventative method of use it does seem to help with those suffering from cold symptoms.  It is best to take at 500mg 3 to 4 times per day, since it is usually flushed out of the system.
• Be patient – it is not fun when you are sick, but you must be patient in order to heal quicker.  Take the cues your body gives you and rest.  Giving you body the rest needed to heal will get you back on your feet a lot quicker.
• Fortify your body - it is important to strengthen your weakened immune system in order to recover from and illness quicker.  Be sure to get enough sleep, hydration and good nutrition.  It may be wise to add some ginseng into your diet, 200 mg per day, to help with the healing process as well.
• If you or someone you love has a drinking problem, there are a variety of alcohol abuse treatment options available. Look for an accredited and licensed alcohol abuse treatment center that has on-site detox services, 24/7 medical staff and a relapse prevention program.

Follow these simple tips and you will be amazed how quick you will recover from your illness.

Until next time,