It’s that time of year when lots of us feel under the weather. The exhaustion of the Christmas and New Year holidays, the mad back to school dash and the lack of sunshine mean many of us won’t be fighting off the germs quite so well at the moment. Here’s a few tips to help get over the hump.
- Drink lots of water.
- Go to bed or lay on the sofa. Rest is essential to recovery.
- Suck lozenges or sip honey & lemon in hot water to soothe a sore throat.
- Take pain relievers.
- Sip warm drinks like tea, herbal tea, hot ribena or make your own hot water with lemon and honey.
- Use a humidifier or wet flannel on the radiator to add moisture to the air.
- Try over-the-counter cold and cough medicines.
And if at all possible, ask for some help from friends and family.
Get well soon!
If you are at all worried that it is more than a cold, seek medical advice.
