There are people, and most of them, who are in no hurry to seek help from specialists, hoping to cure a cold with the help of " What consequences can the use of well-known folk remedies lead, said therapist Olga Alexandrova from Russia.

Warm beer.

Perhaps in cold weather this drink in a warm form will help to warm up and fall asleep faster, but it will not cure a cold - exactly. In addition, it should be remembered that the combination of alcohol with some drugs can cause an undesirable reaction..

Vodka with pepper.

This method of treatment is widespread in Russia and the former Soviet Union.. However, there is no scientifically proven effect from such a mixture.. Does not facilitate vodka with pepper and sputum discharge.

Chicken bouillon.

Undoubtedly, the body will receive the benefit from the use of chicken broth, saturated with nutrients that have a positive effect on the immune system.. But it is worth remembering that in this case, the broth is only an easy meal for the body fighting the infection..

Dripping garlic in nose.

By burying your nose with a mixture of garlic and honey, you can most likely provoke a burn of the mucous membrane, which will not make your breathing easier.

Bathhouse.

Great remedy for the prevention of colds. But visiting her during the height of the infection is prohibited. In addition to infection of the upper respiratory tract, the virus in conditions of high temperature, it is only easier to spread throughout the body. And here it is not known what complications such treatment will lead to..

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