12 Tips for Getting Over the Flu in a Jiffy (3 of 7)

4. Add moisture to the air

Dry air is a surefire way to get rid of a cough, so invest in a cool-mist humidifier or get crafty with steamy bowls, hot showers, and damp towels. Each gentle puff loosens mucus, soothes your throat, and turns your bedroom into a spa for your lungs. You will soon be breathing easy as those sniffles slink away like so many shy kittens.

5. Eat nutritious food

Stock your plate with flu-fighting friends! You might not have much of an appetite, but eating is essential. Fresh vegetables and colorful fruits burst with vitamins, and whole grains fuel your comeback. Each meal brings you one step closer to feeling great again, bite by delicious bite.