How To Take Care Of Yourself When You're Sick
- February 5, 2008
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Voice-Over Artist
Peter Coleman
Music
Edison Music Corp
Writer
Kyle du Ford
Oh, the misery!
Your head is pounding, your whole body aches, and there’s nobody—nobody—around to pamper you.
You’ll just have to pamper yourself.
You Will Need
- A bed
- Time to rest
- Vitamin C
- Some chocolate
- Warm fluids
- Electrolyte drinks
- A humidifier
- Some over-the-counter medication
Step 1: Get lots of rest
Get lots of rest. Don’t try to work out, and make sure you get at least eight hours of sleep a night.
Don’t worsen your situation—and get others sick—by going out or going to work.
Step 2: Take Vitamin C
Take in lots of vitamin C with supplements or through fluids like orange juice.
Step 3: Eat dark chocolate
Eat a little dark chocolate for its antioxidant qualities.
Step 4: Use humidifier
If you have a cough, put a humidifier near your bed, or wherever you’re resting, to help you breath easier.
Step 5: Drink warm fluids
Take in warm fluids like soups and teas.
Step 6: Keep yourself hydrated
Keep yourself hydrated with lots of water and an occasional electrolyte drink.
Step 7: Avoid dairy products
Avoid dairy products, which can uncomfortably coat the throat and mouth, as well as cause an upset stomach.
Step 8: Rest
Rest, rest, rest.
If you still feel lousy, try some over-the-counter medication—like ibuprofen, acetaminophen or cough syrup—to alleviate some of your symptoms. They won’t cure you, but you’ll feel better.
Step 9: Wait it out
Wait it out. It likely will take a few days for your sickness to run its course. But if your symptoms persist—or worsen dramatically—see a doctor!
The number one way to prevent the spread of illness is by washing your hands.
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Comments (2)
very useful - loved the video
over 3 years ago by BScott
Great!
about 1 year ago by musik3r
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