[dogscoff]

Yeah, I've got a bit of a cold or flu or something at the moment. When I get ill I generally nurse myself with the following:

-Lots of sleep.
-Keep warm. I also try to avoid things like paracetamol that reduce the symptoms. If you're running a mild temperature, there's a reason: It's because you can handle the heat better than the infection can- it's your body's way of combatting the illness. Of course if you hit a dangerously high temperature, that's a different story.
-Drink tea. It's the only time you'll ever catch me drinking tea. Tea is a natural antiseptic and it will help.
-watch out for air conditioning. and closed rooms. Aircon is notorious for spreading/ recycling bugs and stale old air won't do you any favours either. Don't open so many windows that you get cold though.
-Curry. If you can't handle a vindaloo, have a madras or a Chilli or whatever your upper limit is. Any spicy food will do, germs are lightweights- they just can't handle it=-) At the very least it will temporarily numb your throat to any pain you might be feeling.
-Whisky/ brandy/ both. For similar reasons.

Oh, and here's a handy recipe that you'll appreciate when you've got a runny nose and sore throat:
1> Put the kettle on.
2> Cut a lemon or two in half and squeeze the juice into a jug.
3> Add a few large spoonfuls of honey.
4> add brandy (or whisky if you have no brandy)
5> chuck in a few eucalyptus throat lozenges
6> Top up with boiling water, stir until everything has dissolved.
7> add more honey or some sugar to taste.

Watch out if you're already taking paracetamol or aspirin- they don't mix so well with the alcohol=-)

Trust me, that will make you feel a lot better=-)

[ May 23, 2003, 11:48: Message edited by: dogscoff ]