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Top 10 Things to do When You're Sick

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Top 10 Things to do When You're Sick
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No one likes to be stuck at home sick, so here are a few things to do that might your sick day a tad more enjoyable!

1. Stay Hydrated

Make sure to drink plenty of water, juice, and hot decaf tea. Stay away from milk and caffeine because they can actually make you feel even worse.

2. Rest

Definitely take plenty of naps because sleep may be the best thing for you.

3. Use Honey!

You can coat your throat by adding some raw honey to your tea. Honey can also be used to treat infections!

4. Take a Shower or Bath

This can help with a mild fever, and helps open up your airways.

5. Binge Watch Netflix

This is a great way to let your body relax, and allow yourself to get some rest with out falling asleep.

6. Go to the Doctor's Office

If over the counter medicine and home remedies are cutting it, it is a good idea to seek medical advice from a professional.

7. Get Vitamin C

This vitamin can help boost your immune system, and can even prevent you coming down with the common cold. It can be food in citrus, Emergen-C drink powers, or orange juice!

8. Go Online Shopping

This is a great way for me to relieve stress when I am stuck at home. Online shopping can also help to make you feel like you accomplished something even though you are sick!

9. Wear Pajamas

Pajamas are also the go to comfy clothes when you don't feel 100 percent.

10. See If Someone Will Buy You Food

This way you don't have to waste energy on preparing a meal, and can spend that time instead making sure you get some rest.

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