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The Essentials to Stay Healthy or Fight Germs
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items Unfortunately I have a low immune system and find myself fighting sickness at every corner. I need all the tricks to keep the germs away and stay healthy. I am trying to ensure all the products are natural too. I hope you find this list helpful.
I use this product when traveling, know I will be around germs, or feel something coming on. I take it straight from the package.
Propolis Liposomal Vitamin C 1000mg, 12 Ct
If I feel a cold coming on or wake up not feeling better, I follow the directions for this product asap.
Zicam Cold Remedy Zinc Rapidmelts, 25 Ct
Emergen-C is on hand if someone in my house is sick, I am traveling, it's flu season, or I am fighting a cold. Tangerine and orange are my go-to flavors.
Emergen-C 1000mg Vitamin C Powder - 30 Ct
On-the-go immune support with a bit of 1990s flair of pop rocks concept. No water or mixing required.
Emergen-C Crystals, Immune Support, Orange
My number one product. I love this company, and easy to use product. Daily use, travel must, and natural spray if you have a sore throat.
Beekeeper's Naturals Propolis Throat Spray 2pk
We all need cough drops when we don't feel good, and these are from my favorite natural company.
Soothing Honey Cough Drops - 14 Ct
Lavender is perfect for a calm, relaxing shower before bed or anytime. BUT the eucalyptus (Relief) aromatherapy is key for what you don't feel good. Spa at home that helps your nasal passages to open up.
Body Restore Eucalyptus Shower Steamers 15 Pack
This is a new find that I can't believe I am just hearing about. IT WORKS. When the cold symptoms rear their ugly head, you start the steps to kick the cold. Best part, the meltaway tablets don't have a taste.
Boiron ColdCalm Tablets - 60 Count
Honey-lemon is the best flavor of cough drops. Sugar-free is the added bonus.
Amazon Basic Care Sugar Free Cough Drops
Peppermint tea is the best hot beverage to have when sick. This is one of my favorite brands.
Celestial Seasonings Peppermint Herbal Tea, 20 ct
This is one of my favorite brands, I was able to visit the original storefront in London and fell in love immediately.
Taylors Organic Peppermint Herbal Tea, 50ct
Tissues are an obvious need when sick but tissues with Vicks are key.
Puffs Plus Lotion with Vicks, 4 Cubes
Tissues with lotion are important. You don't want to keep wiping your nose raw.
Puffs Plus Lotion Tissues, 8 Family Boxes
I know when I don't feel well, a cozy blanket helps. This is the coziest around for sure.
Bedsure Checkered Throw Blanket, 50x60 in
When I don't feel well, a cozy blanket is important. This blanket is not only cute but the coziest.
Snuggle Sac Ivory Throw Blanket, 50x60 inches
Sometimes we are cold and ache, especially during the winter season this is needed.
Electric Heating Pad, Auto Shut Off, 24"x12"
Cozy socks are needed when you don’t feel good especially when it’s winter.
5 Pairs Fuzzy Socks for Women - Warm & Comfy
I specifically love socks to go to sleep in, and these extra fuzzy ones are perfect for the winter.
TEHOOK Cozy Fuzzy Socks for Women - Plush
Chapped lips definitely happen when you can’t breathe through your nose. This stuff is great to apply to nose when chapped.
Burt's Bees Lip Balm 4-Pack, Original Beeswax
Keep your lips soft with this lip balm.
Mario Badescu Moisturizing Lip Balm
Lavender Epsom salt is a must, plus if you poured into a clear jar it looks like a beautiful decoration by your bathtub.
Dr Teal's Epsom Salt Soak, Lavender, 3 lbs
Soaking in a tub is key when sick or fighting the oncoming symptoms.
Amazon Basics Epsom Salt Soak, 3 lb
My favorite flavor of cough drops, like a cooling cup of tea.
HALLS Honey Lemon Cough Drops, 250 Drops
I have to have these cough drops in every corner of our house plus my purse.
Halls Honey Lemon Cough Drops, 140 Count
Elderberry needs to be added to everyone’s daily vitamins.
Elderberry Gummies with Vitamin C & Zinc
This company recently changed the formula of their gummy’s and they have a sticky feeling.
Zhou Elder-Mune Elderberry Gummies, 60 Ct
I feel this is self explanatory. I recommend applying Vicks to chest and feet, then put on some socks and head to bed.
Vicks VapoStick Solid Balm, 1.25oz x 2
If you have never tried these, you are doing yourself a disservice.
Vicks VapoInhaler, Portable Nasal Inhaler
Great, natural products for kids and adults. There is cough syrup and spray for adults too. Nothing wrong with using the suckers as an adult.
Beekeeper's Naturals Kid's Immune Support
Perfect for fighting the symptoms or sore throat. My niece and nephew think they have candy, but I’m actually helping them soothe their throat.
Kids Throat Soothing Lollipops - 15 ct
Great, natural products for fighting allergies. No taste either.
Beekeeper's Naturals Sinus Support, 60 ct
An amazing product when you feel a scratchy throat or achy feeling coming on.
Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs 20ct
These on the go crystals do not require mixing it into a water. It also taste like pop rocks from the 90s.
Emergen-C Immune Plus Crystals, Berry Lemonade
If you don't order this when you are not feeling well, you are doing yourself a disservice. This soup is a miracle worker. Now to find the recipe.
Chicken Noodle Soup Nutrition and Description - Chick-fil-A
Not only does it taste good, help make you feel good, but can also be made at home. Just wish Starbucks didn't change their recipe and stop selling the key tea ingredients.
Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea