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Common Cold Remedies From Dr. Lauren Feder


STUDIO CITY (CBS) Got a cold? Dr. Lauren Feder could have the cure.

Dr. Feder visited the KCAL 9 studios Wednesday and shared treatment ideas for the common cold.

Suggestions on ways you can protect yourself and your family from the common cold:

· Encourage kids and family to sneeze/cough into elbow, not hands

· Wash hands frequently with soap and warm water

· Get enough sleep soy our immune system is strong enough to fight germs

· Have a well-balanced diet

Treatment options for when you get sick:

· Natural cough syrups

· Chest and vapor rubs

· Homeopathic remedies

Tips on how to get a good night's rest when sick:

· Nasal ointments

· Humidifiers

For more tips, visit Dr. Feder online.

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