Paul Kassander 26 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 Since we are always talking about out home brews I thought it might be good to hear some home remedys. Got a cold yesterday, boo hoo for me:lgsick: , and I was wondering if anyone had tricks that work for them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Chappy 138 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 try the 'theraflu cold' Its the nastiest tasting stuff on the planet, but my wife says it actually gives her some relief. When she gets colds she gets hit real hard! so I tend to beleive her when she finds something that works for her. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Celeste 341 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 Last winter working new construction interiors (no heat - ugh) we kept something called Cold-eze I think.....it's a pill-like thing that you let melt in your mouth. Like TheraFlu, tastes like ass but worked for us. Celeste Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Jimmy M 14 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 If you have a cough at night mix two tablespoons of honey whiskey and lemon juice ,drink and sleep tight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 PLD 14 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 My college method was to throw a big drunk. The not so good theory was that the alcohol killed the infection. It did appear to work, but then you had a hangover to deal with. Then again, we used any excuse to throw a party... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Adrian 155 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 2 to 1 bleach mixed with super concentrate soap, applied to the nostril with x-jet............... oh...... you guys are talking about colds... kidding..... a home remedy for bee stings..... a pinch of cigarette tobacco applied with scotch tape directly over the sting. for splinters... soak in dish soap for a while. It will swell the splinter out enough to grab it. toothache........ apply a piece of clove to the throbbing area. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 smokey51 14 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 3% hydrogen peroxide (you can get it at any drugstore) works for me. Tilt head and put two or three drops in one ear and let it sit for five or ten minutes. Tilt head other way and drain ear. Repeat with the other ear. You may have a bubbling sound in the ear but don't despair as this is normal. Do this for two or three days and your cold will be gone, well at least it works for me. Terry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 PressurePros 248 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 Cold-Eze, if you take it at first sign of symptoms, works very well to lessen both the severity and duration of a cold. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Chappy 138 Report post Posted September 15, 2006 Head on! Apply directly to the forhead! Head On! Apply directly to the forhead! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 StainlessDeal 16 Report post Posted September 16, 2006 Head on! Apply directly to the forhead!Head On! Apply directly to the forhead! Those ads make me very uncomfortable.:lgbugeyes I've alwys worked outside in th e worst weather on the continent, and then I play in the same weather, and I've found that Cold Eze does work for me. I've also used the honey, lemon, whisky toddy to cure a cold. I've found liberal over-application works best. Then I use alka-seltzer plus orange flavor to cure the flu-like aftercold that often shows up the next morning. Tastes a lot like a foot dipped in Tang, but will ease your pain! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Deck Guy 14 Report post Posted September 16, 2006 In my full time job we are severly restricted as far as what we can use. The lemon/honey/whiskey is definitely out. For years I just suffered at work. Now I've found a few things that work. If you have to take something, but still function, try Afrin nasal spray and a naproxsyn(?) sodium. Almost instant relief, 12 hours long. I know it's not a home remedy, but it works. Then when you get home for the evening...definitely try the lemon/honey/whiskey routine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 WEW 14 Report post Posted September 16, 2006 If you have a cough at night mix two tablespoons of honey whiskey and lemon juice ,drink and sleep tight. Add cloves to that and drink it as hot as you can stand it. Pile the blankets on and sweat it out. Hence, tarping my sweat lodge. ISYHTRAH Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Thad 135 Report post Posted September 16, 2006 My college method was to throw a big drunk. The not so good theory was that the alcohol killed the infection. That kills off the weak/ sick brain cells and makes you smarter, too. Alas, the effect seems temporary.... :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 FullBlast 14 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 For a Bee sting---Try putting diesel fuel on it. Kills the pain within 5 min. Works for me!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Kory 14 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 Take the ROBO challenge I guarantee you will not get sick again for at least a year! Whats the ROBO challenge you ask! Drink a entire bottle of robotussin. The only side affect I know of is some people have a short period of hallucination. But seriously I have not been sick (other than self inflicted) for like the last 5-6 years. Thanks ROBO! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Kory 14 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 Head on! Apply directly to the forhead!Head On! Apply directly to the forhead! I am not a aggressive person but every time that commercial comes on I want to kick something. It does its job as far as being annoying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Beth n Rod 1,279 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 Head on! Apply directly to the forhead! Head On! Apply directly to the forhead! It's stuck in my head! Help! It's stuck in my head!!! Beth :cup: time for coffee :cup: p.s. Hot tea with honey and lemon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 TNT Pressure Washing 14 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 I use Zicam...I know it sounds like a perscription but its on selves near the throat sprays...I use it on everything, coughing, sneezing, sore throat...gets rid of it all except for mold and mildew on siding Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Celeste 341 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 My mom uses Zicam for everything too...including allergies! Celeste Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
0 Thad 135 Report post Posted September 17, 2006 Take the ROBO challenge I guarantee you will not get sick again for at least a year! Whats the ROBO challenge you ask! Drink a entire bottle of robotussin. The only side affect I know of is some people have a short period of hallucination. But seriously I have not been sick (other than self inflicted) for like the last 5-6 years. Thanks ROBO! We're just gonna start calling Kory 'The DMX Kid'. :lgsideway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Since we are always talking about out home brews I thought it might be good to hear some home remedys. Got a cold yesterday, boo hoo for me:lgsick: , and I was wondering if anyone had tricks that work for them?
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