Right now it feels like just about everyone has a sniffle, a sore throat, or a full blown head cold.

There's a real winter chill in the air and it seems our bodies just weren't quite ready to deal with the change in temperature. Not to worry though, as there are plenty of DIY fixers that'll have you feeling better in no time.

We're not saying these are full-on cures – you might still need a cough bottle – but they'll certainly ease that feeling of stuffiness and general misery.

Here are a few we can't get enough of…

1. Lemon, ginger and honey tea
Warming, sweet and with a gentle antioxidant kick – it's Lemsip without the Paracetamol. You can simply pour hot water over some thinly sliced ginger, with a spoonful of honey and a squeeze of lemon juice, or you can pre-make a natural syrup with the recipe linked above.

 

2. Chicken ramen
Nothing beats a warming bowl of soup when you're feeling out of sorts, and a nourishing broth with noodles is perfect for building you back up. Think of it like a hug in a bowl… or maybe that's just us.

 

3. Spicy flu fighter
Garlic, apple cider vinegar, ginger, honey and a pinch of cayenne pepper will give your immune system the boost it needs. 

 

4. Echinacea cure-all
Whether it's prevention or cure you're looking for, you can't go wrong with all-natural echinacea, a herbal remedy often used for fighting colds. Here it's added to hot water, honey and ginger to make a tea.

 

5. Turmeric milk
Turmeric has huge anti-bacterial properties and is also a great anti-inflammatory, so it's perfect for easing your cold. Warm it with with coconut milk, honey and spices for a healthy alternative to a hot chocolate.

 

6. Immune-boosting green smoothie
Spinach, lemon, lime and oranges all combine in this green smoothie for a Vitamin C-packed punch. Juicing is the perfect way to fill up on more fruit and veg – your immune system will thank you.

 

7. Flu fighting cookies
Okay, these biscuits probably won't cure your flu but they're far better for you than tucking into a pack of chocolate Digestives. Ginger, lemon zest, spices, cranberries and walnuts make for a tasty cookie filled with antioxidants.