Vitamin C and Humidity
Vitamin C [3] has antioxidants properties that are essential to your body’s functioning and helps to boost the immune system. Suitable food sources for vitamin C include:
- red peppers
- citrus fruits
- broccoli and other green leafy vegetables
When you’re sick, you can lessen phlegm by adding fresh lemon juice to hot tea with honey. Lemonade, whether warm or cold, may also be helpful.
Although vitamin C in the diet or as supplements is unlikely to prevent a cold, some research suggests it may relieve symptoms and maybe cut the length of time a cold lasts.
Increased humidity may aid in reducing throat and nasal irritation and dryness. You might feel more comfortable if you have a humidifier in your bedroom or other parts of the house. Eucalyptus oil diluted with a few drops may also help clear up congestion.
Without a humidifier, take a long shower or spend some time in a steamy bathroom to achieve the same results. Keep in mind that humidifier water needs to be changed every day to prevent the growth of mold and other fungi.