How do u get rid of a sore throat and runny nose?!

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drink hot honey tea every few hours (ginger and lemon is also very good)

gargle with salt water

get rest

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Your sore throat comes from the dry air or swelling from an infection. You can take care of both by using a dehumidifier , if you don't have one take a pan of hot water and breath in the steam ( You can use a hot shower too). salt water rinses will take care of the swelling (two teaspoons of epson salt in a cup of warm water. Runny nose can be cured with a decongestant or nasal spray. lots of fluids and no citrus based drinks. Ice cream is a nice alternative that sooths.

Do NOT drink orange juice or any other drink with fructose (natural sugars) in them.

Vitamin C will certainly help, but it is best to get it from a vitamin supplement.

The other supplement you want to take is Zinc.

So, get a bottle of vitamin C and a bottle of zinc from the vitamin counter at your drug store or other retailer. Read the directions on how much you can take in a day, and then take them with water.

Also, drink plenty of water, as this helps to hydrate your body and help the vitamins and minerals do their thing properly.