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How to prevent and treat a cold

A cold can strike during any season, so the best thing to do is be prepared.

What are the symptoms of a cold?

The following symptoms may accompany a cold:

How can I avoid a cold?

There’s still no cure for the common cold, but there are a few ways you can avoid catching it:

  • Wash your hands frequently to stop the spread of germs.
  • Get enough sleep, exercise and maintain a healthy diet, all of which can help keep your immune system strong and enable you to fight off viral infections easier.
  • Try not to touch your eyes and nose. This will help prevent the spread of viruses from your hands.

How can I treat a cold?

  • Get plenty of rest.
  • Drink lots of fluids, like chicken soup to keep the nose and throat from getting too dry. Bonus: chicken soup has an anti-inflammatory effect.
  • Have a warm, steamy shower, or simply a cup of tea. Both will relax you, while the steam helps moisturize dry nasal passages.
  • Take GRAVOLTM GINGER MULTI-SYMPTOM COLD & FEVER to help treat your cold.

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