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Being sick is never pleasant. Most people only want one thing when they’re ill: to feel better, fast, whether they’re dealing with a nasty cold, a sinus infection, or a relentless flu that knocks them down flat. 

Curling up under the covers has its place, of course – and yes, rest is vitally important when you’re sick. However, there’s so much more that you can do to kick that cold to the curb faster than you thought possible. Read on below to learn more:

Supercharge Your Bed Rest with a Sleep Spray

Your body needs downtime when you’re sick. Bed rest is like hitting the pause button, helping your body conserve energy. However, it doesn’t actively fight the illness. To recover faster, you can’t just stay still. You need to give your immune system the right support to do its job. 

Our sleep spray product, Ahh Sleep, can help. It’s a doctor-designed, melatonin-free homeopathic sleep remedy that promotes restful and restorative sleep. It’s designed to help you fall asleep more easily and help you get back to sleep should you wake up too early. Ahh Sleep’s formula is natural and non-habit forming, and it has no known side effects or drug interactions. Using Ahh Sleep also does not result in feeling groggy in the mornings. 

Using this sleep spray couldn’t be simpler, too. Adults and children over 12 only need to spray the product 2 to 4 times under the tongue before bedtime. For best results, we recommend holding the spray under the tongue for 15 seconds before swallowing.

Hydration Is Your Superpower

You may have already heard it a thousand times, but it still bears repeating: you need to amp up your hydration when you’re sick. Why? When you’re fighting an illness, your body produces more mucus to trap viruses and bacteria. However, that mucus gets thicker and stickier when you’re dehydrated, which, in turn, makes everything worse. 

You don’t have to drown yourself in just water, though. Every source of hydration counts, whether its herbal teas, broths, or even popsicles. You can also add a squeeze of lemon and a touch of honey to your tea, which can soothe your throat and give you a natural dose of antioxidants and antibacterial properties.

Sweating through a fever or blowing your nose every five minutes? You’re losing fluids fast, so keep sipping. Your body will thank you.

Feed Your Immune System (No, Chicken Soup Isn't Just Comfort Food)

There’s a reason – more than one (scientific) reason, really – why chicken soup is often recommended to those who aren’t feeling well. Warm liquids help clear nasal passages, reduce inflammation, and deliver much-needed nutrients. However, you shouldn’t just mainline it alone. Don’t be afraid to go further! 

Your immune system runs on fuel – real, whole-food fuel. Eating fruits packed with vitamin C such as oranges and kiwis, green leafy vegetables like spinach or kale, and food that’s high in protein can all help you recover from illness faster. Also, consider incorporating more ginger and garlic into your meals: ginger fights inflammation and nausea, while garlic boosts immune function.

This goes without saying, but skip the processed junk when you’re sick. Your body is working full-time fighting an invader, and you don’t want to slow the process down with empty calories that add nothing to the battle.

Move a Little – Yes, Even When You Feel Like a Sloth

The key phrase here is “a little”. There’s no need to hit the gym when your body’s fighting off a fever. However, some gentle movement can actually make a difference in how you feel. If you’re feeling up to it, you can go for a short walk around the house, do some light stretching, or even just stand up to open a window. All of these activities can help get your blood flowing.

Movement helps circulate white blood cells – they’re the good guys that fight off infection. It also keeps your lungs and sinuses from getting too congested, especially if you've been stuck in bed for days.

Just listen to your body. If a quick stretch feels like climbing Mount Everest, it’s okay to rest. But don’t go totally sedentary unless your doctor advises it.

Know When It’s Time to See a Doctor

Sometimes, illness can persist even if you do everything right. If your symptoms drag on past ten days, get worse instead of better, or include things like high fever, difficulty breathing, or severe pain, don’t wait. It might not “just” be a cold anymore, and you don’t earn a badge of honor for toughing it out if what you really need is the care and attention of a professional.

If you really want to crush your cold (or any mild illness) and bounce back fast, you need to be smart. Your immune system is your body’s personal army, so give it everything it needs to prevail over what ails you.