We asked readers for their best home remedies when they have a cold, and WBEZ “Say More” hosts asked listeners for their suggestions on the show. Here’s what you told us, lightly edited for clarity:

“Hot cup of water with lime juice squeezed into it with the lime peel with a little Splenda, let it sit for about 10 minutes, then drink. I actually drink this every day, and I haven’t a cold or even been sick in years.”

“Johnny Walker Red, boiling hot water, honey, slice of lemon studded with cloves and cinnamon stick.”

“About 10 Cuties at a time and blue Gatorade and sleep.”

“As soon as I feel a cold coming on, I take seven 1,000-mg vitamin C tablets for three days, and it will always go away. I have done this for over 30 years.”

“A hot toddy made with tequila, lemon and honey in hot wat

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