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The Cure for the Common Cold
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Campbell's Red & White Homestyle Chicken Noodle, 10.75-Ounce Cans (Pack of 24)Campbell's Red & White Homestyle Chicken Noodle, 10.75-Ounce Cans (Pack of 24)
Buy new: $36.95
Chicken noodle soup is the real cure for the common cold.
Kleenex Facial Tissue With Lotion, 3-Ply Tissues, Case Pack, Twelve 3 Packs, 130 Tissues Each (36 Packs) [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]Kleenex Facial Tissue With Lotion, 3-Ply Tissues, Case Pack, Twelve 3 Packs, 130 Tissues Each (36 Packs) [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]
Buy new: $73.68
When using these, you won't blow your nose raw with a cold ever again. (A different brand didn't work as well.) They are truly amazing.
Neilmed Sinus Rinse Kit  (Pack of 2)Neilmed Sinus Rinse Kit (Pack of 2)
If you've ever wished you could rinse out your sinuses, and just clear out all the ... stuff in there, now you can! Not a cure-all, but it really helps.
Theraflu Aroma Vapor Patch, Menthol Scent - 6 Aroma PatchesTheraflu Aroma Vapor Patch, Menthol Scent - 6 Aroma Patches
Buy new: $5.30
This is a simple patch that's plastered to your nightshirt before you go to bed, and you inhale menthol all night. Using these, you wake up feeling like you still remember how to breathe.
Under The Weather Plus - 60 - CapsuleUnder The Weather Plus - 60 - Capsule
Buy new: $11.09
Why settle for echinacea when you can get every herbal immune system booster known to mankind? Okay, maybe not but it sure seems that way when you look at the list of ingredients for this supplement.
Nestle Bottled Water 16.9oz Per Bottle, 24 Bottle Case (Brand Varies By Region)Nestle Bottled Water 16.9oz Per Bottle, 24 Bottle Case (Brand Varies By Region)
Buy new: $8.99
Drink plenty of water. The brand doesn't matter, just pick the one you like.
Halls Defense-Vitamin C Supplement Drops, 180 Assorted Citrus DropsHalls Defense-Vitamin C Supplement Drops, 180 Assorted Citrus Drops
Buy new: $12.89
If you get a cough or sore throat, try not to suck on cough drops all the time. The medicine in them tends to upset the stomach after a while. These are basically just candy drops with Vitamin C, much easier on the stomach and just as effective for the throat.
Vicks Personal Steam InhalerVicks Personal Steam Inhaler
Buy new: $32.87
A five-minute session with this after a cold's gotten into your chest will make you feel better - at least for a little while. Consider getting some refills of the scent pads while you're at it.
Traditional Medicinals - Throat Coat, 16 bagsTraditional Medicinals - Throat Coat, 16 bags
Buy new: $4.99
This tea really helps a sore throat. Okay, so just about any tea would help a sore throat, but this one seems to be just a little better. It tastes good, too.
Soothing & Relaxing Sinus and Eye Gel MaskSoothing & Relaxing Sinus and Eye Gel Mask
You may be thinking "girlie spa thing" but these can really help if your cold came with sinus pressure or headache.
HeatMax Heated SocksHeatMax Heated Socks
Buy new: $9.95 - $14.78
Outdoors or indoors, be sure to stay warm, especially if it's winter. These keep your toes warm.
Nyquil Cold and Flu Value Pack Liquicaps, 40-Count BoxNyquil Cold and Flu Value Pack Liquicaps, 40-Count Box
Buy new: $17.49
Make sure you get a good eight hours of sleep every night - or more if your body needs it. If you need to take over-the-counter drugs to do that, then take them. Everyone's different; find out what brand works best for you.
Overcoming Medical Phobias: How to Conquer Fear of Blood, Needles, Doctors, And DentistsOvercoming Medical Phobias: How to Conquer Fear of Blood, Needles, Doctors, And Dentists by Martin M. Antony
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $6.52
Okay, you've tried everything on this list, everything your mom told you when you were a kid, and a few weird ideas your friends suggested and it's been a week (or two) you're still sick. GO TO THE DOCTOR. Really. They can help.