Greener Ways to Cure Colds

Sinus infections and allergies are common ailments during the summer time when pollen is at its highest. While antibiotics and decongestants might be convenient, they are slowly making a presence in America’s drinking water. According to CNN, prescription drugs are found in the drinking water of 41 million Americans. Although the amount of pharmaceuticals is in parts per billion, the long-term affects are undetermined.

Using more natural ways to cure colds and other health issues can help reduce the amount of pharmaceuticals lingering in our drinking water. It’s important to consult a doctor if symptoms become severe, but simple, more natural remedies can be done at home to prevent you from needing prescription drugs.

If you have yellow or greenish phlegm when you blow your nose, you most likely have developed a sinus infection. Purchase a netti pot and irrigate your nose with salt water. Using a nett pot even when you don’t have a sinus infection can reduce the amount of dust and other particles in your nose that can cause irritations.

Preventative measures should always be taken to reduce your chances of catching a cold. Eating a balanced diet and keeping good hygiene enables the body to stay strong against bacteria and germs it might be subjected to.

These natural remedies can get you out of bed and back to work without the help of pharmaceuticals, which are only adding to our water quality problems.