What are natural remedies for colds?
To prevent colds, echinacea with golenseal taken for two weeks out of every four will help to build your immunity. Once you have a cold, vitamin C and Zinc (follow the label directions for zinc) will reduce the length and severity of the cold. Honey and lemon will help with sore throats as will salt-water gargles, and any hot beverage will help to loosen phlegm.