On copying Gayle...

Have you ever thought about how much "crud" your kids bring home from school? Let's face it, it's Fall - the leaves are changing, the temps are cooling off and the germs are spreading! I've never had as many colds in a years time than since I had Darlin in 1997.

When we were talking about trying to have a baby (the first time), I was doing a lot of research about herbs and vitamins and our health. I took several herbs before, during and after pregnancy which I fully believe helped me to have three enjoyable pregnancies and deliveries.

After babies, I quit taking anything regularly, but still remained interested in herbs. I take Echinacea & Goldenseal when I feel the first twinge of a raspy throat with a cold, and for several years now, have strongly recommended this to anyone with or catching a cold. It really helps reduce the duration of a cold.

A couple of months ago, I was at the chiropractor. I was catching a cold at the time, and Doc recommended Emer Gen-C as a way to STOP the progression of a cold. Emer Gen-C has a ton of vitamin C (1667% of your daily allowance). You drop the pill into 4 ounces of water and it fizzes (like Alka-Seltzer!). Then you drink it. Done. Do this three times a day and NO MORE COLD SYMPTOMS! I couldn't believe it. The only sign I had after doing this for four days was a bit of hoarseness, like the cold had settled in my vocal chords. But I never felt bad...no stopped up nose, no runny nose, no sneezing...it was a MIRACLE!

I'm not getting paid for this, though I would take a small ($100,000) stipend for mentioning it on my blog, but I have to tell the world! You've gotta try this if you start feeling that raspy feeling in your throat.

How about you? Do you have any home or natural remedies that you love? I know Gayle does!