How can I make my cold feel better?

I find that when I am congested it really helps me to stand in a hot shower for a bit. The steam helps to loosen my secretions. I then rub Vicks Vapor Rub around my nostrils. It really opens up my head without having to take a lot of medications with side effects! As for the coughing, have you tried lemon juice and honey mixed together? Mix 2 teaspoons lemon juice in 1/2 cup warm water then add honey enough to thicken. Take one or two teaspoons every hour as needed. I hope you feel better soon. I know it is miserable.

Whenever the people in my house start sniffling and sneezing....I always make "homemade chicken soup"....I cook a chicken in chicken broth and water, add fresh onion, celery, carrots, broccoli, mushrooms and egg noodles. It tastes so good and it always seems to make them feel better. I also use a humidifier to put moisture into the air with maybe some Vicks Vapor Rub to help open the nasal passages.... Drink plenty of water and avoid caffeine, if possible, it really does not help the body to heal. Then I would get as much sleep as possible, your body can heal itself easier and has more energy to "attack" the germs. I am sorry that you are feeling bad and wish you a speedy recovery! Have a blessed day!