Cold cure

One of the most effective ways to avoid catching a cold I've found: half a lemon squeezed into a glass of luke warm water each morning. As well as being an effective cleaner for kitchen taps, lemon juice apparently helps wipe out germs on the back of the throat so colds can't take hold. The lemon 'alkalises' any excess acid in the body digestive system. Take with a zinc capsule for added resilience and drink the lemon water through a straw if you want to protect your teeth enamel.