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In reply to the discussion: Common cold prevention or Cure: What are your favorite preventives and remedies? [View all]mackerel
(4,412 posts)40. Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tablespoon in a glass of water with honey every hour, cold gone by the morning.
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Common cold prevention or Cure: What are your favorite preventives and remedies? [View all]
raccoon
Mar 2015
OP
Hand-washing (including wrist area). Theraflu. Shoes and socks! And NEVER TOUCH YOUR NOSE WITH BARE
WinkyDink
Mar 2015
#29
Oh, man; I just learned this one. Thought it was an eyelash irritant. No. Some type of infection. I
WinkyDink
Mar 2015
#43
several grams of vitamin c for about 3 days at the first sign of a cold
dolphinsandtuna
Mar 2015
#33
For prevention: zinc tablets, fresh citrus fruits and proper sanitary procedures.
DinahMoeHum
Mar 2015
#34