Cough and Cold Season: The Search for Natural Remedies
This season has seen its share of raging viruses and unbearable infections, attacking even the most impenetrable immunity systems. Many I know who haven't seen a cold in years felt it this year. As I navigate my second head cold of the year I am navigating different natural ways to treat my symptoms. One of my favorite food remedies for any kind of sickness is chicken soup, something I cannot live without when I am feeling unwell. I'll share my favorite recipe later but this is always my starting point. Hot liquids in general have a wonderful effect on me during upper respiratory battles. Since I am also a big fan of tea I have discovered a few different ingredients that have always been heavily recommended to me to help with cough, congestion and boosting immunity. Growing up in a hispanic household I was also treated to a host of unusual remedies with the same goal of ridding us of coughs, stomach bugs, lethargy etc. One of my favorite re...