Toddler wiped her nose on my face today after 2 days of a fever and general snottiness. How cooked am I? Any recs for trying to boost my immune system to fight whatever’s coming for me?

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Kathryn Gallagher · Answer

the only way to cure a cold: take it the actual second you think you MIGHT be getting sick and every day until you’re out of the woods

I swear by it it has worked miracles

Rob · Answer

Boiron Oscillococcinum: if the symptoms ever are vaguely flu-like, i’m ten toes down for this.

Dylan · Answer

Betadine throat gargle: Kills a broad spectrum of nasty germs in the mouth + throat like bacteria, viruses, fungi, etc.

I find this good to have in the cabinet as an occasional preventative measure (e.g. after a known exposure to someone who is sick or when travelling) but as it contains iodine, it isn't suitable for everyone.

Dylan · Answer

Bone Broth Body Glue: add a tsp to boiling water and voila! instant bone broth which means improved joints, skin, digestion, etc etc. i have it first thing every morning as my lil morning routine.

milky & warming like a cup of tea & can be used to add flavour to sauces & other hot dishes :)

Dylan · Answer

Oil of Wild Oregano: gut health, immune support, respiratory relief, antiviral, antiinflammatory & antifungal.

Dylan · Answer

Braggs Organic Apple Cider Vinegar: i make tea with this, some honey & a little lemon! its a warming & healing drink! also good to use in salads, sauces, or - call me crazy - even as a replacement for wine in risotto.

helps with digestion and lots of other health ailments. i personally think it's too harsh to take undiluted, but i'm not a health professional so who am i to tell you what to do with your life!

Dylan · Answer

Saline nasal spray: There's plenty of science to support this theory which I'll let you research for yourself, but essentially, flushing the nose with saline helps to wash away any viruses, bacteria, pollen, dust, etc before they can infect + multiply :)

Dylan · Answer

BioCeuticals ArmaForce Immune Support Olive Leaf : contains Andrographis, Echinacea, Olive Leaf, Vitamin C, Zinc <3

Martha Tesema · Answer

SourceNaturals Wellness Formula: I swear by these. There’s a liquid version that also includes the traditional Chinese herbal complex Yin Chiao, that is also amazing.

Hannah · Answer

Take: Vitamin C, zinc, elderberry tincture. (I add them to my daily regimen throughout cold season). For acute exposure: warm salt gargle, and a Neti pot flush: Not necessarily doomed! I’ve miraculously dodged many gross things that have tagged along home from preschool.