How to get rid of a cold fast?

No Stupid Questions@lemmy.world – 49 points – 12 months ago

I am going on holiday in 3 days and of course my body decided a couple days ago to catch a cold...right before my long awaited holiday!!

Any tips on how to get rid of it asap? Speed up the recovery somehow?

I have flu/cold medicine with paracetamol, caffeine and phenylephrine hydrochloride, however I have stopped taking it after 2 doses (of two capsules each) so I can allow my body to do what it needs with no obstruction before I go away..

I am resting (sleeping until I feel rested. I have free days before the holiday so can sleep as much as I need), eating light meals, plenty of drinks and soothers for the dry/sore throat

Does taking medicine to relieve symptoms prolong the actual healing process? Or am I suffering for no reason right now?

Please, any help is appreciated, I'm desperate here 🙏🙏

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Rest and sleep to allow your body to recover.
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
Inhale steam or take a hot shower to relieve congestion.
Use saline nasal irrigation to clear nasal passages.
Gargle with saltwater to soothe a sore throat.
0Consider over-the-counter remedies for symptom relief.
Drink warm liquids like herbal teas or broths.
Vitamin C and zinc may help shorten cold duration (consult a professional).
Avoid irritants like smoke or allergens.
Practice good hygiene to prevent spreading the cold.

Source: ChatGPT

Saw some research results a few years ago, they were testing whether vitamin supplementation helps with recovery from cold. Vitamin C did nothing, some of the vitamins of the B group were helpful. I'll try to find the paper later.

Well, at least it say "may help" so, it was honest at least 🤣