I have a miserable cold. Any help?

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Hey,
As of yesterday, I've been having symptoms of a cold that have been coming on quickly and today I am just feeling stuffy and gross. I take a vitamin everyday and yet I've read that calcium intake helps...? I dont know what to do, but if you have any helpful suggestions regarding ridding myself of this cold they'd be MUCH appreciated!!! Thanks!!!

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Well if you can't see a clinic, I would suggest my mother's solution. She calls it her "get well" chicken soup. No joke. Here is the recipe: Boil boneless chicken breast until tender/falling apart. KEEP THE STOCK...this will make the "soup." Pull the chicken by hand and place it in the stock. Add one or two bullion cubes if desired for added strength of flavor. Cut fresh celery, and carrots and add to the soup. Allow to boil for one half hour on medium high. ***KEY INGREDIENT*** ADD WHITE PEPPER LIBERALLY (can be found in the spice aisle at any grocer). White pepper is known for working as a natural expectorant. It will get all the crap out of your head and sinuses. DON'T drink milk as it will cause the mucus membranes to swell, and will thicken the mucus. Calcium chews are a good supply of calcium without the miseries of milk. Drink juice which contains 100% Vitamin C, or better yet, eat one half an orange in the morning and one at night. If you are not visibly better in 3 days, seek a professional. Hope this helps.....it ALWAYS does for us! (^_^) PS > If you like garlic, add that to your soup as well, as Garlic is proven to boost the body's immune system.

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