how can i get a rid of a cold and upset stomach faster, without over the counter drugs?
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Take vit. C and echinacea.  Drink lots of water like already said.  For stomach aches try anything with ginger.  Ginger ale, ginger tea, ginger candy, it helps nausea, and settle stomaches.
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NyQuil is meant to put you to sleep, DayQuil will keep you up.\n\nThe best way to get rid of a cold is to take vitamins, get lots of vitamin C and sleep as much as possible. Rest is important. \n\nYour sore throat is caused by (brace yourself, it's gross) snot running down the back of your throat and causing irritation. You need to blow your nose lots. To soothe it try a medicated lozenge. Some of them even have a numbing chemical in them. Talk to the pharmacist for recommendations I also find hot drinks work better than cold for easing a sore throat. Break out the hot chocolate and get well soon!
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You can try taking large amounts of Vitamin C, A and E.  If you own a juicer, try a carrot/apple juice combination.\n\nRealistically, however the only thing I've found to work is Zicam.  It is an over-the-counter zinc nasal spray that is proven to shorten colds.
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There are many ways to avoid a cold and if you should get one zinc is a good supplement to help you get over it.  This year I found out that 6 drops of Tea Tree Oil in a small amount of water really helped me.  I have not been sick all year, even though everyone else was.  You drink the water and tea tree oil.  It smells awlful and taste bad too, but it really helps.  Important to know that you don't mix meds with herbs, oil or any holistic stuff, leave about an hour between the two.  \n\nAlso washing of the hands and using water nasal spray helps in prevention of spreading the virus.\n\nWintergreen, cinnamon, eucylipus and peppermint oils also help in reliving aches and pains due to colds.  Helps break up congestion.  \n\nA tablespoon of cider vinger daily also helps the body fight off many illnesses.  Very good for digestion.\n\nIf your digestive tract and bowels don't work properly you are open to many illnesses.  Acidospholis is excellent for keeping your digestive tract in order and keeps you healthy.
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Water for the dehydration. Mineral water if you can get it; that always seems to help me more. Of course, you get your water from a well, it already has plenty.\n\nFor the stomach ache, antacids help me, but sugar-free peppermints are good depending on how bad it is. Resting and trying to relax are helpful too, especially if you are tired or stressed.\n\nIf you have frequent problems like this, you probably should mention them to your doctor.
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Definitely ginger tea and saltines.  Drinking a cup of chicken boullion tends to help me with an upset stomach.
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Airborne.It is great!You can get it at almost any store.I take it as soon as I feel a cold coming on ,and it really helps to stop or shorten the symptoms.That and chicken soup,hot tea with honey,and O.J.(NOT Simpson*LOL*)
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take lots of vitamin c to boost your immune system, and zinc will help your cold go away a little faster. coldeeze drops work very well, and ive heard that Zicam swabs work great too but i havent tried them.\nother than that, just drink lots of fluids, get lots of rest, and take some cold medicine to relieve your symptoms. \nhope you feel better soon!
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Nyquil and Dayquil are awesome...usually when I get sick...I "OD" on that and drink a lot of green tea...\n\n...cold is gone after 3 days...
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Try drinking just slightly cold water instead of fridge cold, kinda like tap water with one ice cube.  This will make it digest smoother and won't make you have to go as quickly.
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Basically, you need a time machine because really the only thing to get rid of a cold is time...it has to run its course and that is 3-7 days usually.  But you can treat the symptoms and NyQuil is pretty good at knocking you out so you feel better, get some sleep (which you need) and soon it will be tomorrow and you will probably feel better.  Tylenol is also good for fever and nice long baths feel good and they have stuff to put in your bath or shower to relieve cold symptoms.  Plus get lots of fluids (especially water) Get well soon!
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Easy.. I remember those days.. Just stay at home for a short while, away from dust, cold-catching germs, and eat ice cream(without nuts) and chicken soup (without a lot of noodles, meat).. It will pass in no time.
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Try some Mylanta or Milk of Magnesia - those old people are on to something! That'll usually kill a stomach ache real quick.
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Seems as if you're immune system needs a little lift. try Airborne, its a tablet you submerge into liquid and drink. It contains vitamins and minerals to help your body fight off colds. You can try buying vitamins, or go see a doctor.
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Rest, rest and rest some more. Listen to your body - if you want to sleep, the do so. Also, drink a lot. By spending two or three days doing nothing and sleeping when your body tells you to, you will be fully recovered much more quickly than if you try to struggle though. Aspirin or another type of anti-inflammatory (ibuprofen etc...) can also help, but don't let the relief you feel con you into thinking you're better. I know it's boring, but better to be bored for a couple of days than sick for a couple of weeks. There are no magic fixes for a cold/flu. There are plenty of products wanting to take your money - beware.
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Keep a box of saltines next to your bed. Before you get out of bed, eat a few. Even if you aren't hungry (would you rather eat or dry heave). Sit up and get out of bed slowly.\n\nDuring the day, keep crackers with you. Also ginger ale will get rid of the nauseousness because ginger is known to settle a stomach.
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Check out www.myhomeremedies.com.  Or try organic peppermint oil or licorice.  Not the sugared products.  Hopefully that will settle your stomach.