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Have a cold? Common sense rules
There's no cure for the common cold, but you don't need to feel miserable while you're toughing it out. Drink plenty of fluids. Try chicken soup. Rest as much as you can. Use saline nasal spray to relieve stuffiness. Gargle with warm salt water to soothe a sore throat. Turn on a humidifier. To prevent spreading your cold to others, wash your hands often.
Have a cold? Fight it with fluids
You can't flush a cold out of your system, but drinking plenty of liquids can help. Try water, juice, clear broth, chicken soup or warm lemon water with honey. The fluids will loosen congestion and keep you hydrated. Avoid alcohol, coffee and caffeinated sodas, which may make dehydration worse.
Have you had a good laugh today?
Humor is a great way to relieve stress. Laughter releases endorphins, natural substances that help you feel better and maintain a positive attitude. Go ahead. Give it a try. Hang funny photos or comic strips in your work space. Make it a habit to spend time with friends who make you laugh. Who knows? Laugh and the world might laugh with you.
Headaches: Reduce stress to prevent the pain
Headaches seem worse when you're under stress — and stress by itself can trigger headaches.
Healthy meals start with planning
It's easy to put healthy meals on the table with a little planning. This guide will show you how to create balanced meals with proper portion sizes.
Healthy recipes: A guide to ingredient substitutions
Healthy recipes start with healthy ingredients. Find out how to reduce salt and saturated fat in your favorite recipes with some simple substitutions.
Heart-healthy diet: 8 steps to prevent heart disease
Certain foods can raise your heart disease risk. Learn eight ways to get started on a heart-healthy diet.
Hemorrhoids during pregnancy: What's the best treatment?
Know how to relieve painful, swollen veins in the anus and rectum during pregnancy.
Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of this blood vessel disease, also called IgA vasculitis, that causes a purplish rash on the lower legs.
Herbal treatment for anxiety: Is it effective?
Herbal treatment for anxiety: A Mayo Clinic expert discusses safety and effectiveness.
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