1. Cold Virus

I have 2 words for you.  Neti Pot!  When you get a cold or begin suffering from seasonal allergies, don’t wait until all that fluid builds up in your sinuses creating a bacterial infection.  use body temperature water with a packet of neti pot salt and a pinch of baking soda. Follow the directions on your neti pot and gently rinse out sinuses.  You can also add 1/2 a teaspoon of coconut oil to the warm water.  Coconut oil has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties and it can also soothe swollen nasal tissues. 

All of these suggestions can serve as a first line of defense when you begin coming down with an ailment.  These tips can help ease the pain and discomfort of these common health ailments and hopefully, stop an infection in its’ tracks without having to add antibiotics to the equation.  Stay strong and be healthy!