There’s no cure for the common cold, but don’t let sniffles and coughs hold you hostage. Fight back with natural remedies proven to battle germs and reduce the severity of symptoms. Get healthy, faster, by taking these seven steps to get back on your feet.

Drink Up
Stay hydrated by sipping water or juice throughout the day. Fluids help break up congestion and ease headaches and can alleviate fever. If you’re tired of boring beverages, have your favorite chicken soup. The salt may help fight infection—and it’s oh so comforting.

Honey-Coat It
Squirt a dollop of honey into your echinacea tea to cut your cough frequency and coat your throat. If you’re adventurous, add lemon and garlic for a more potent elixir. Sound gross? The sweetness and flavor of the lemon honey masks the garlicky zing.

Get Steamy
A piping-hot shower or bath works wonders for a drippy nose. Steam opens up nasal passages and acts as a natural decongestant, so infuse the fog with eucalyptus oil for a sweet, soothing inhalation.

Use a Humidifier
Humidifiers add moisture to the air, helping relieve congestion, coughing, and an irritated throat. The viruses that cause colds thrive in dry environments, so control their spread with a cooling mist.

Pop a Lozenge to Control Symptoms
Tired of your hacking cough or scratchy throat? Try HALLS Warm-Ups. The unique drops are both warming and cooling while relieving coughs and sore throats. The Apple Cider and Mocha Mint flavors add a spicy twist!

Get Your C’s
Vitamin C acts as a natural antihistamine and can drastically slash the severity of symptoms. Citrus fruits, vegetables, and supplements are chock-full of the powerful antioxidant, so grab an orange and enjoy.

And Your Z’s
Your body needs to fully focus on fighting germs, so arm your immune system by getting adequate shut-eye. Creating heat between the sheets will help speed up your recovery and prevent the spread of infection to others. Your co-workers will thank you.

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HALLS Warm-Ups are unique, soothing drops that are warm and cool in one. Menthol vapors cool nasal passages, while the warming sensation gently warms and soothes throats. Available in two delicious flavors: Apple Cider and Mocha Mint.