As each year rolls around, one thing we can all count on is the return of the common cold. It typically kicks off in late October or early November and sticks around until mid-March or later. Chances are, we all end up dealing with it at some point. While children, older adults, and those with certain medical conditions are more at risk, the truth is, none of us are completely immune.
Contrary to popular belief, the cold isn’t caused by chilly weather. The real reason it spreads during winter is because we’re indoors more often, in closer contact with one another. This allows the virus to easily spread through the air when someone sneezes or coughs. Plus, the dry air weakens our nasal passages, making us more vulnerable to the virus.
We’re all familiar with the classic symptoms of the common cold, but here’s a quick refresher: sneezing, a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, coughing, and sometimes a low-grade fever. These symptoms usually appear a few days after infection and can last anywhere from a few days to up to two weeks. These symptoms usually start a few days after infection and can last anywhere from a week to 10-14 days.
Once you catch a cold, there’s no magic cure, but there are steps you can take to relieve symptoms and support your body’s defenses. Liddell Laboratories offers several products that can help, including:
- Cold + Flu: May relieve symptoms like achiness, chills, headache, and fever.
- Cough + Bronchial: May relieve coughing, mucous buildup, chest tightness, and chest soreness.
- Vitál Immune Booster: May support the body’s natural defenses, especially during times of minor illness, fatigue, or occasional sleeplessness.
Along with these remedies, make sure to get plenty of rest, stay hydrated, use a clean humidifier or cool-mist vaporizer, and gargle with warm salt water to soothe a sore throat.
With the cold season just around the corner, a few simple habits can make all the difference. Wash your hands often, clean frequently touched surfaces, and keep your distance from anyone feeling under the weather. It also helps to be prepared. Stock up on essentials like hand soap, tissues, and Liddell’s remedies, including Cold + Flu, Cough + Bronchial, and Vitál Immune Booster. Having these on hand means you’ll be ready when the season hits.
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