Face Steam– face steam is one of the ancient methods of loosening congestion. Boil 1-2 cups of water in a large pot. Remove from heat, add half cup of vinegar. Cover for 5 minutes with a lid, and then remove lid and put face directly over pot with towel covering your head to hold in the heat. Breathe in the steam as long as you can, aim for 15 minutes. This will help loosen congestion and kill viruses and bacteria in the lungs, bronchials or sinuses. Alternately, you can use 2 teaspoons of thyme and rosemary or just steaming water.
Ginger can also help with high fever and headache. Fresh ginger root can be steeped in boiling water to make a tea that is very effective against sinus symptoms and congestion.
Garlic– is a natural antibiotic, anti fungal, and antibacterial, garlic can tackle almost any illness. For great result, finely mince 1-2 cloves of garlic and float in a small glass of water. Drink quickly- if you are sick enough, you won’t even notice the taste although children do not like the taste. Pregnant women should not take more than 1 clove of garlic medicinally per day.
Hydrogen Peroxide– At the first sign of cold, flu, sinus infection, or ear infection, put a dropper full of hydrogen peroxide into each ear. Have the person lie still with the hydrogen peroxide in the ear until it stops bubbling. Do this on both sides. This is especially effective for kids. Repeat every few hours until infection is gone.
Hot Teas and Fluids– Try hot herbal teas and hot lemon water drink at first sign of illness. The heat helps boost immune system and a variety of herbs can help with infection.
Cinnamon- When sick, mix 1 tablespoon with 1 teaspoon of honey and stir to make a spicy and very effective tea that helps relieve cough and congestion and lower fever.
Remove White Foods– At the first sign of illness, completely remove all white foods from the diet. This includes grains, sugars, milk, cheese, dairy, sweeteners, soda, etc. These foods suppress immune function and slow the body’s healing ability. When you are ill, you don’t actually need to eat a lot of food, as the body needs to focus more on healing than digestion. Eat fresh chicken soup and drink hot liquids to keep strength up.
Hydrate and Rest– If you are running a fever, it is easier to get dehydrated, so drink enough water and herbal teas and rest. Your body is fighting the illness, reserve its energy by resting.