Cold -- what do you do?

[jana]

I've got hit with a nasty cold (again) and I'm curious what other people do to relieve their cold symptoms. What works for you, what doesn't? I've tried to distract myself with things like computer games, my favorite TV shows, and working on a DW style/layout, but sadly, I can't do any of it for too long before I get a headache... I'm also drinking lots of fluids (mostly herbal tee), doing steam inhalation every couple of hours (it's great as long as I keep my head under the towel, but it doesn't seem to have any lasting effect) and I use nasal spray to be able to breath at least once or twice a day...

I hope it's okay to post this here since 'health' is listed as a community interest and I couldn't find another community to ask this question. And I'm desperate ;)

EDIT: Thanks so much everyone, for taking the time and sharing your great tips! I'll answer all your comments in more detail soon (= when I'm up on my feet again) :)

Comments

[karel]

Theraflu is honestly my go-to thing for whenever I'm feeling under the weather. It clears up my symptoms and ends whatever's messing with me much more quickly than it would end by itself.

The only problem is that the drink tastes just horrible, so if you go with that option, as opposed to the other forms, I'd suggest to mix it up as a shot. You boil up some water, mix it until it won't mix anymore in a shot-glass (kool-aid sugar style!), then down it. Makes it much easier than using a whole coffee mug. Then chase with something like orange juice.