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6 Essentials To Survive Being Sick

The 6 things you need in order to stay alive through your sickness.

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6 Essentials To Survive Being Sick
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With the weather getting colder and the germs floating around, it's possible to fall victim to some kind of serial cold. I know I did last week with a temp of 103.6 and feeling nauseous. These are the six things that are life savers when you are on your "deathbed" like I was.

1. Netflix/Hulu

If you haven't already invested in Netflix or Hulu, do it now. Nothing is better when you are stuck in bed sick, and you get to watch your favorite episodes of The Office for the 5th time.

2. Kleenexs. Kleenexs. Kleenexs.

The kind with lotion in them though! Your nose will thank you that you aren't wiping it with a regular tissue that feels like sandpaper.

3. Theraflu

It tastes awful and smells like something I can't explain, but it will do you wonders. I promise.

4. Fuzzy socks

Not only are they super cute, you should already have a pair in your sock drawer because why not? When you have the shivers from being cold, your feet will feel like they are in heaven.

5. Vicks Vapor Rub

Yes, your grandmother was right by saying that you need to put some on the bottom of your feet and your chest. It will clear those sinuses right up. You can even put some in an oil burner and burn some. Your sinuses will bless you.

6. Sprite or orange juice

You have to be hydrated when you're sick, and if you're anything like me and hate that water has no taste, get Sprite or O.J. (not the Simpson kind). Sprite will ease your stomach aches and orange juice just tastes good.

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