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Falling Off the Wagon

A few months back, I had a hideous cold. HORRIFIC, really. Full blown head explosion.

So I had an appointment with my acupuncturist that first snotty day, and she performed "cupping" on me. If you don't know what it is, I won't go into detail. Suffice to say, it involves suction and fire and at the end, you are bruised and look like you've been beaten within an inch of your life.

Apparently, the cupping was meant to suck out all the evil and speed up my cold so that it would move through more quickly. And apparently, it worked, since the cold was COMPLETELY gone in 2 days.

However, I don't think I can give credit to the cupping for the fact that I managed to make it through a date that night.

Nope, I hate to admit it, but I have to give that credit to a certain unnamed evil cold medication.

Yes, I know, I know, it's bad. I shoulda stayed home and drank more fluids. I shoulda let the cold run its course instead of having a cocktail and late night makeout session with a guy 9 years younger than me. But it was a hot date. I couldn't help myself.

Besides, Jen told me to, so really, it's her fault.

-Heather... off to celebrate the fact that I have had one 3-day cold in the past 3 years...

 

Posted by: hstephenson on 01/23/2007
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It seems like we use a forest's worth of tissues each time sinus congestion hits. Sinusitis season ain't over 'til it's over, so clear your head with natural remedies.
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Linda  on January 23, 2007 at 03:44 PM 11
The greatest discovery I made in the fight against sinusitus is Xlear, a saline spray with the natural ingredient xylitol in it. It prevents germs and other nasties from sticking to your nasal membranes. I've had no infections this year and I used to get them practially back to back all winter. You can get it on www.JigsawHealth.com, a website listed in a past biters tip.
Raven  on January 24, 2007 at 01:44 AM 12
As a bartender you learn all sorts of remedies for various illnesses (hangovers being the most common) that you can concoct with ingredients readily at hand behind the bar. My super special secret remedy for colds/congestion I call a Hot Shot (and all my bar patrons swear by it). Into a shot glass, pour as much cayenne pepper sauce (such as Tabasco) as you can handle, the more the better. Add a squeeze of lemon and fill with hot water. Drink at the first sign of a cold coming on to boost your immune system and scare away the bugs. Or drink after its already hit to clear your sinuses, soothe your throat (I know that seems counterintuitive, but it really does) and even help to break a fever by causing you to sweat. Sweet. --Toshio, hope you feel better soon! Sending love and light your way!
the other JB  on January 24, 2007 at 08:41 AM 13
Linda - I was going to mention Xlear too, when I saw your post. I second that motion. Xlear is fantastic and I never travel without it.
Idealbite Team Member tmeronek   on January 24, 2007 at 12:04 PM 14
Raven- That drink sounds sooooooo good. Gonna try it later, once my tongue feels better (I've been drinking so much hot tea it was bound to get scalded at some point). -Toshio
Liz Smith  on January 25, 2007 at 09:33 AM 15
My apologies... but as "Green" as I try to be... I cannot fathom blowing my nose in a hankie over and over and over. Especially when I'm sick. Ugh. Isn't there another alternative? Liz
Millie  on May 20, 2007 at 06:41 PM 16
Eliminate wheat and dairy from your diet aned never get a cold again. Eat fruits, veggies and seafood, grass fed meat only and healthy fats (raw butter, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil...and enjoy abundant health and high energy for the rest of your life!!
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Mark Evans  on October 24, 2008 at 01:12 PM 19
Just eat more fruits and all of those horrifying days of colds will be long gone! Xbox
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