Best Cold and Flu Remedies at iHerb

The flu season is coming and it's about time we start thinking about how to protect ourselves from cold and flu.

I think that it is very important to take measures before symptoms worsen when we feel early signs such as a scratchy throat, watery eyes and a runny nose.

Actually, my family never gets a serious cold or flu because we take measures against colds and flu in its early stages since we took measures.

So, I'll introduce the best things for both colds and flu at iHerb. The following, from my experience, items are highly effective at relieving the symptoms.

Manuka Honey

Manuka honey is a special kind of honey that has a lot of health benefits apart from that of regular honey. It has antibacterial properties that are known to kill all bacteria including the streptococcus that causes sore throats. Taking a teaspoon of manuka honey 2-3 times a day may help you get over the cold and flu season without incident.

Wedderspoon Organic, Inc., 100% Raw Manuka Honey, KFactor 16, 17.6 oz (500 g) Description We measure concentrations of pollen to determine the difference between Wedderspoon KFactor 12 and KFactor 16 Manuka honeys.KFactor 16 guarantees a higher than 75% Manuka pollen count.Wedderspoon is further developing KFactor to identify complex properties found in unadulterated Manuka honey. With KFactor, we are working to unlock the Key Factors to authenticate true Manuka honey and its origin. iHerb Price: $45.89 (15% Off)

Useful Reviews _ [Honey Saved my throat] I always get ulcers in my throat that comes along with high Fever. I have been taking a tablespooon full of honey everyday with luke warm water. and at times when i have gastric i take a teaspoon full before my meal. It worked to keep my sore throat and gastric away! ... Read more >>

High Potency Vitamin C

Vitamin C plays an important role as an antihistamine and reduces inflammatory conditions associated with colds and flu. Most ordinary forms of oral Vitamin C such as tablets or capsules are not processed and absorbed efficiently by your body. As a result, much of this Vitamin C is never transferred into your bloodstream. This liposomal vitamin C is packaged like a bodily cell so it passes through the digestive barrier and delivers the nutrient directly to the bloodstream. This has a much higher absorption rate with 98% of the cells being bathed in vitamin C.

LypriCel, Liposomal Vitamin C, 30 Packets, 0.2 fl oz (5.7 ml) Description Vitamin C is one of the most powerful nutrients known to man. But as powerful as it is, Vitamin C cannot work unless it gets into the bloodstream. Other forms of Vitamin C succumb to absorption barriers. When you take 1,000 mg or more of traditional oral Vitamin C, more than half of it is passed as waste by your body. Not LypriCel Vitamin C! iHerb Price: $32.95 (18% Off)

Useful Reviews _ [Great for the whole Family] This Vitamin C is fantastic! Whenever one of the kids start to get sick (runny noses, coughing etc) we give them a double dose of the Vitamin C and literally within a day or two they are no longer sick. We used to have colds that lasted weeks on end, no more wasted money on day-care days that they ... Read more >>

Echinacea Supplement

Echinacea is a great herb that was recognized over a century ago as a natural infection fighter. Some research revealed that echinacea will help to increase our white blood cell count. So, echinacea is widely used to fight infections, especially the common cold and flu. Echinacea makes colds shorter and less severe, it can stop a cold that is just starting.
[Important note] Echinacea should not be used on a continuous basis because echinacea loses its effectiveness when used over a long period of time. The maximum period of continuous use should be 6-8 weeks. Then take 1 week off.

	Nature's Way, Zinc Lozenges, Wild Berry Flavor, 60 Lozenges Description Health through the power of nature, that's what it means to Trust the Leaf. Zinc Lozenges help support immune function. Our lozenges are carefully tested and produced to superior quality standards. iHerb Price: $3.84 (36% Off)
Useful Reviews _ [Excellent for sore throat and coughs] The point of a zinc lozenge is to slowly suck on it in order for the zinc to coat the throat and thereby inhibit viruses from lingering in the throat and turning into a bad cold or worse. Helpful when others around you are coughing and sneezing. Helps coughs and sore throats. Safer than taking drugs ... Read more >>

Elderberry (Sambucus) Syrup

	Nature's Way, Original Sambucus, Standardized Elderberry, 8 fl oz (240 ml) Description For centuries the dark berries of European black elder (Sambucus nigra L.) have been traditionally used as a winter remedy. iHerb Price: $22.26 (23% Off)
Useful Reviews _ [Excellent] best product ever!!! been using 4 years flu ,sinus infections u cant go wrong ,as soon as u feel it coming give this 2 days and u will be good as new,youll sweat alot but its just all that sickness being pushed out at an ultra quick rate ,i have it on hand year round ... Read more >>

Throat Care, Spray

Herb Pharm, Soothing Throat Spray, 1 fl oz (29.6 ml) Description Herb pharm throat spray is a soothing antiseptic for throat and mouth. The herbs used to prepare this compound are certified organically grown without the use of chemical fertilizers. Analgesic and anti-inflammatory to inflamed and infected tissues of mouth, gums, throat and skin. Fights infection, relieves swelling and soothes pain. iHerb Price: $11.20 (20% Off)

Useful Reviews _ [miracle] I have no words (especially not in english) to describe how much I'm amazed with this spray. in last two years I've had sore (inflamed) throat 5-6 times ... one time was virus, another time was bacteria, than again virus, than again bacteria, high fever, whole week of horrible pain, strong antibiotics ... until I found this magic spray. now ... Read more >>

Cough Drops, Lozenges

Zand, Elderberry Zinc, Herbalozenge, Sweet Elderberry, 15 Lozenges Description Zand Herbalozenge products combine a soothing blend of herbal extracts with pure brown rice syrup to make great tasting lozenges that are free of corn syrup, sucrose, or cane sugar. Our naturally delicious lozenges are free from artificial colors, sweeteners or flavors. Each great tasting flavor is formulated with a proprietary herbal blend and accompanied by vitamin C, zinc or menthol to provide nutritive support for healthy immune function. The Good-for-You Lozenge is ideal for natural throat soothing all year round. iHerb Price: $1.90 (36% Off)

Useful Reviews _ [Effective] My purposeful zinc intake to help support and maintain my immune system. Handy pack, individually wrapped, taste is appealing - light on sugar and priced well. For the first time in my 55 years I’ve awoken with a slight wheeze over these winter mornings and been unable to draw up the phlegm but that problem’s been fixed. Since I’ve taken ... Read more >>

ColdCare Hot Drink

Nature's Way, Umcka, ColdCare, Soothing Hot Drink, Lemon Flavor, 10 Packets Description When you’re suffering with cold symptoms, sometimes the best remedy is a hot, soothing drink. Cupping your hands around a steamy mug of Umcka ColdCare Soothing Hot Drink leaves you feeling relaxed and recharged. Sipping on this delicious drink will shorten the duration and reduce the severity of cough, congestion, sore throat, nasal and bronchial irritations. The drink may also be served cold for children. iHerb Price: $8.44 (23% Off)

Useful Reviews _ [Works great!] I was able to get over my cold/flu in just 7 days using this product. It eased my symptoms and I liked that it was all natural. The taste was good and even better with a small amount of honey that I added. Have ordered this for my patients in a residential program who have mental illness ... Read more >>

Homeopathy

	Boiron, Oscillococcinum, Flu-Like Symptoms, 30 Doses Description Oscillococcinum reduces the duration of flu-like symptoms such as body aches, headaches, fever and chills. It does not cause drowsiness.Oscillococcinum is available in a box of 6, 12 or 30 doses. iHerb Price: $30.25 (17% Off)
Useful Reviews _ [Works like a charm!] I carry a couple of doses of this in my make-up bag so that it's right there when the first symptoms of the flu present themselves. Take it right away and stay healthy. I just recently had this proven to me again. My husband had been sick. A few days later I started feeling it and took the Oscillococcinum right away. Next day I ... Read more >>

Of course, don't forget to get plenty of rest! This is because sleep has a beneficial effect on our immune system, which is vital in warding off cold and flu.