Natural Head Cold Remedies

Head cold is nothing but the common cold only. When maximum discomfort is experienced in the facial region, the condition is referred to as head cold. Various viruses (more than 200!) can cause upper respiratory tract infection which is commonly recognized as head cold. Symptoms of head cold are almost similar to those experienced during common cold. The viral infection goes away on its own after causing trouble for nearly 10 - 15 days. Though we know the fact that nothing can cure head cold, we can manage the symptoms with the help of the home remedies.

Head Cold Symptoms

• Runny nose, watery nasal discharge in the beginning
• Headache
• Cough
• Nasal congestion
• Fits of sneezing
• Watery eyes
• Mild fatigue
• Sore throat
• Stuffy nose
• Itchy throat
• Body ache
• Low-grade fever, up to 39 degree Celsius
• Thicker (yellowish or greenish) nasal discharge after 4 - 5 days

Natural Remedies for Head Cold

Though head cold cures on its own, proper treatment is required if the person experiences severe symptoms like high fever, abdominal pain followed by vomiting, chills and sweating, swollen glands, sinus pain or any other serious symptoms. Usually children are more affected by cold than adults and if they experience breathing difficulty, severe headaches, ear pain, high fever, etc. then you should consult your doctor. To treat milder symptoms, here is a list of natural head cold remedies.

#1: Blow your nose regularly to clear the nasal and sinus passages. This helps release the facial pressure.

#2: Gargling with warm salty water or sage tea can relieve sore throat. Disinfection of mouth can be the additional benefit.

#3: So many herbal medicines like Echinacea tablets are available in the market. You may opt for any and take the recommended doses.

#4: Antibiotic properties of garlic help get rid of the cold fast. You can add garlic to chicken soup or any other soups so that you will be able to enjoy the benefits of garlic.

#5: Taking the mixture of 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder and honey everyday is one of the easiest natural remedies for head cold. You may take it for the whole week.

#6: Drinking the diluted (with water) mixture of garlic oil and onion juice, several times a day helps get rid of the symptoms fast. This is one of the common head cold remedies.

#7: If you are worried due to frequent attacks of cold, you need to include iron, zinc and multivitamins in your regular diet. Foods rich in vitamin C strengthen your immune system and can help fight cold.

#8: Inhaling the aromatic fumes of sage tea or roasted spraguea will help to clear your blocked nose. Inhaling warm steam, generated from plain water is one of the simplest home remedies for cold.

#9: Put 1 - 2 drops of eucalyptus oil on your handkerchief and sniff the perfume. This helps clear the nose. Similarly, you may put a little bit of calamus root powder directly in your nostrils for immediate relief.

#10: Drink hot ginger tea or hot soups. This will help relieve nasal congestion and will keep your body well-hydrated too. You may drink a glass of hot water containing 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon lemon juice, as your first drink in the morning.

A warm bath and a glass of lukewarm milk with half teaspoon turmeric powder also help in relieving the symptoms like sore throat, body ache and fatigue. Do not forget to keep the room warm and moist. This will help remedy the situation. Natural head cold remedies help manage the symptoms of the disorder; but it is necessary to take adequate amount of rest; if you are looking forward for fast recovery.