COLD + FLU ESSENTIALS

Suja Immunity Juice Shots // Emergen-C Immune Packets // Cold Care P.M. Cinnamon Tea // Local Hive Honey // Vitamin C Supplement // Zinc Supplement // Chloraseptic Throat Spray // Honey Cough + Chest Cough Syrup // Dr. Teal's Epsom Salt // Puffs Tissues // Vick's Shower Tablets // Creamy Strawberry Cough Drops // Cherry Cough Drops 

Cold + flu season got me this year, ya'll. I've been extremely grateful to have made it through the holiday season unscathed- that's always my goal. If ever there were an "ideal" time to be sick, it would be now in January/February when things slow down. My luck ran out on me after a work trip in Atlanta last week so now we're resting and recovering. I also have to thank the Big Man for keeping me healthy for the entire duration of my trip until the very last day- it's no fun being sick away from home. I've been going through it these past few days but I think I'm on the edge of turning the tide- crossing my fingers I wake up feeling like a new person tomorrow! 

In light of my current cold, I thought I'd share some of my favorite cold + flu essentials that have been helping me survive this week. The worst part of a cold for me is always the congestion and coughing. While not fool-proof, cough syrup + cough drops help a lot. I know that's a given but I've always been a fan of this Cough Syrup in particular- I think the honey makes a big difference. This week I also tried a Chloraseptic Throat Spray for the first time which has been a game changer. It has a numbing, medicinal effect that helps a sore throat + coughing a bit. Another alternative I love is this Beekeeper's Bee Propolis Honey Throat Spray. It doesn't have a numbing effect but provides relief and is also a great preventative product. I also love their throat lozenges! 

Also on the preventative side are supplements. I've been taking zinc this week but ideally, I should have been taking it as more of a preventative precaution throughout the season. It's always good to check with your doctor but I've heard Zinc and Vitamin C are two of the best supplements for keeping your immune system up. For a bit of a boost, the Emergen-C packets and Suja Immunity Shots are great too- they're packed with vitamins and probiotics to "shot gun" nutrients. 

Sick or not, I'm always all about self-care but I think it's especially important when you're not feeling great. I use Dr. Teal's weekly, however a sick addition are these Vick's Shower Tablets. They help with breathing/congestion and also just smell nice for a relaxing shower. Some type of tea + honey or warm beverage is always a must too. My favorite is this Cinnamon Cold Care tea- it's warm and delicious. I've also been having this Lemon + Elderberry immunity blend a lot this week. They're great for a sore throat but more than that, they're just comforting and help me to relax! 

What are some of your must-haves for feeling better?

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