A head cold is a viral nose and throat infection that can be treated at home. While there is no cure for the common cold, there are remedies that can ease the symptoms. Here are some tips to help you feel better:

• Stay hydrated: Drinking warm liquids such as tea, warm water with lemon, or broth can be soothing, prevent dehydration, and ease congestion. Avoid alcohol, coffee, and sugary drinks, which can be dehydrating. Water, juice, clear broth, or warm lemon water are good choices.

• Rest: Your body needs plenty of rest to recover from a head cold. Make sure you get at least eight hours of sleep if you’re experiencing any of the symptoms of a head cold.

• Add moisture to the air: Using a humidifier will add moisture to the air and help loosen congestion. Add water daily, don’t let it run dry.

• Medication: Taking an acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) will help reduce your fever and relieve muscle aches. Over-the-counter decongestants, antihistamines, and pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, can reduce some cold symptoms.

• Gargle with salt water: A saltwater gargle with about 1 teaspoon of salt per cup of warm water can help reduce the pain and swelling of a sore throat.

• Use saline nasal drops and sprays: Non-medicated nasal saline sprays can help to relieve congestion from a cold.

• Home remedies: Many home remedies are popular treatments for the common cold. These include vitamin C, zinc supplements, and echinacea. Although not proven to be helpful, most home remedies are safe for most people.

Its important to note that antibiotics do not treat cold viruses, and they are used to treat illnesses caused by bacteria. If your symptoms persist or worsen, its best to consult a doctor.