A spoonful of honey can really help that pesky cough and soothe your throat. You can have it plain, or you can stir it into some herbal tea or warm lemon water and sip it while you curl up in bed.
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Try some over-the-counter options
Get some pain relievers like aspirin or ibuprofen — they'll help with your sore throat and headaches. A decongestant — something to thin the mucus — is also a good bet. And you'd be surprised how much a good lozenge can help!
You won't feel better immediately, but it really will help you feel better faster.
