(10-07-10) Natural Remedies Cure Summer Colds

by Melanie Grimes, citizen journalist

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Viruses that cause winter colds also cause summer colds. Though summer colds
are less common, warm weather factors increase the risk of infection. Even
though there are no known cures, natural remedies treat summer colds by
reducing the severity and even the duration of cold symptoms.

Causes of Summer Colds
Summer colds can be caused by air conditioners because they decrease the
humidity in the air. The dry air makes dry nasal passages allowing viruses to
flourish. The increased air travel in summer months contributes to summer
colds, as travelers become exposed to new, unfamiliar viruses. Those who
experience summer hay fever find their nasal passages sensitized and more
reactive to other pathogens, leading to more severe symptoms of colds during
the summer.

Salt and Turmeric Gargle for Summer Colds
Salt and Turmeric gargle moisturizes the lining of the throat and speeds
recovery of a summer cold. This is especially important as summer weather and
air condition contribute to drying of these mucous membranes. A teaspoon of
salt, with or without a teaspoon of turmeric, added to eight ounces of warm
water can be gargled every three to four hours. A turmeric gargle without salt
is utilized in the same way but can be swallowed.

Vitamin C Reduces Summer Colds
Vitamin C reduces the incidence and severity of the common cold. Dosage of
most research has been 1000 mg a day; however, because vitamin C is depleted
quickly from the body, dividing the dose to 300 mg three times a day is
recommended. Humans do not make their own vitamin C, and this vital nutrient is
an important anti-oxidant, helping destroy free radicals. High doses of vitamin
C can also be helpful for summer colds, up to 5,000 mg a day.

Echinacea Stimulates Natural Cold Immunity
Echinacea has been shown to increase immune response. Echinacea was used in
Native American healing and then spread to European settlers. The plant is a
member of the daisy family, and it has now become the best selling health food
store product in the United States.

Ginger Treats a Summer Cold
Ginger cures summer colds because is a natural antiviral. Ginger tea can be
made from fresh or dried garlic. Ginger extract can be added to warm water and
sipped to clear sinuses and help reduce inflammation of tissues.

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Source: NaturalNews

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