How do you cure ,get rid of a cold

 

Common cold

You can often treat a cold without seeing a GP. You should begin to feel better in about 1 to 2 weeks.

Check if you have a cold

Cold symptoms come on gradually and can include:

• a blocked or runny nose
• a sore throat
• headaches
• muscle aches
• coughs
• sneezing
• a raised temperature
• pressure in your ears and face
• loss of taste and smell

The symptoms are the same in adults and children. Sometimes symptoms last longer in children.

Telling the difference between cold and flu

How you can treat a cold yourself

To help you get better more quickly:

• rest and sleep
• drink plenty of water (fruit juice or squash mixed with water is OK) to avoid dehydration
• gargle salt water to soothe a sore throat (not suitable for children)

If you have a high temperature or you do not feel well enough to do your normal activities, try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people until you feel better.

There's little evidence that supplements (such as vitamin C, echinacea or garlic) prevent colds or speed up recovery.

What gets rid of a cold quickly?

Cold remedies that work

 

1. Stay hydrated. Water, juice, clear broth or warm lemon water with honey helps loosen congestion and prevents dehydration. ...
2. Rest. Your body needs rest to heal.
3. Soothe a sore throat. ...
4. Combat stuffiness. ...
5. Relieve pain. ...
6. Sip warm liquids. ...
7. Try honey. ...
8. Add moisture to the air.