Being Sick Sucks!

Ugh... I've been sick for the past 3 days. Face feels like it has been run over by a semi. My throat feels like creepy tiny people are scraping at it with sharp razor blades. Chest is on fire. I. Am. Miserable. 

Here are a few of my tried-and-true home remedies that can help curb the symptoms of a cold: 

1. If you are over 21- Drink hot toddies. Seriously. There are many, many recipes for these miracle drinks but I like this one the best- Hot water or tea, one shot of whiskey, lemon slices squeezed and then added to the drink, cinnamon, honey and pepper. Stir. Enjoy. It works wonders. 

2. Eat soup. I know, I know I'm not reinventing the wheel here. However, eating soup while sick induces a sense of nostalgia. Remember how good it felt when your mom would give you soup in bed when you were sick? It reminds you of that feeling and you will instantly feel better. 

3. Cuddle up with someone- if they let you. One of the best ways to feel better when miserable is to have human contact. Lay in the lap of your significant other, spoon or hold hands. You will immediately feel less pain. 

Don't have a significant other? Don't worry.... dogs and cats make great cuddle buddies or call your bestie. They must owe you for something... 

4. Sleep. A no brainer, right? Well... not so much. Many of us have crazy lives which gives little room to take proper care of ourselves. We work... have kids... family... projects... etc. 

Stop it. Stop it right now... and sleep. You will never be 100% if you don't take care of yourself first. Your sickness will be prolonged and mostly you will spread it to others. 

Ask someone for help. You will be surprised at how many people are actually willing to help you. 

There you have it. My simple but very effective home remedies for a cold. I'm going to go take my own advice and start with #1..... end with #4. Gulp, slurp, mmmmm, Zzzzzzz.....