There are many different viruses that can cause a cold. However, the chances of catching a cold increase when an individual is psychologically stressed or has allergies. Stress weakens the immune system, and allergies are a sign of an already weakened immune system. Taking vitamins is a great way to help strengthen the immune system and help the body recover from the common cold. Cold medicines help to relieve the symptoms of a cold, but they cannot actually cure a cold or boost the immune system. Taking a cold medicine along with taking vitamins can help you both feel better and get well faster.
Instructions
1. Fill a large glass with 12 to 16 ounces of water, or a 16 ounce bottle of water may be used instead. Add one serving of a vitamin C powder supplement containing around 1,000 mg of vitamin C per serving to the glass or bottle of water. A vitamin C supplement called Emergen-C can be purchased at most local department stores in the vitamin section.
2. Mix the vitamin C powder and water together by stirring it vigorously with a spoon until it becomes well blended, or if using a bottle of water, replace the lid and shake the bottle vigorously for 15 to 30 seconds.
3. Measure out the proper dosage of cold medicine, according to the instructions on the label. Take the cold medicine with the vitamin C water and continue to drink until the water is gone. With each dosage of cold medicine drink 12 to 16 ounces of vitamin C water.
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