Hello permies,
All excellent information listed here. I carry homeopathic ColdCslm with me at all times. When I feel the least bit of a cold coming on I take one tablet, let it dissolve under my tongue. It relieves my symptoms nearly immediately. If they return I repeat. Homeopathic medicine does not interact with any other medication & stimulates the body's own natural healing. Altho it is not something I can make, I'm grateful I can buy it. Nearly all of colds that come along, this relieves before they take hold. If it doesn't relieve my symptoms right away, I begin taking Oreganol. This is wild harvested oregano oil that is already diluted in olive oil, it comes in liquid or capsules. One capsule twice a day wipes out any cold or flu. It's antibiotic, antiviral & anti fungal. It can clear up a urinary tract infection also. I have used the liquid topically for warts & athlete's foot as well.
Stay well.