Flu season is around the corner and now, more than ever, we need to boost our immune system for the worst kinds of flu case.

We have always preached that food is medicine and we stand by it. While cold medicines may block certain signals to numb the pain, if you are not feeding your body what it needs, it will struggle to get better.

Here are 5 natural remedies you can use at home whether it is to fight or prevent the flu:

1. Ginger

We start from the root because ginger has powerful health benefits strong enough that you only need a few slices. Slice 1 or 2 pieces and drop them into hot water to drink as tea. Ginger can immediately help soothe sore throats while easing any aches or pains. 

2. Vitamin C

Your body does not produce vitamin c on its own. Vitamin C helps rebuild tissues and muscle to make your body stronger. 

3. Water

Hydration is one of the most important want that your body will recover. Make sure you are drinking 2.7 liters (about a gallon) to have adequate amounts of fluids in your body. 

4. Honey & Tea

Honey has a variety of antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. Drinking honey in tea with lemon can ease sore throat pain. 

5. Soup

Your body needs energy to fight and the best type of energy comes from Grandma's chicken noodle soup. And yes, chicken noodle soup especially because it has good source of vitamin c, k and antioxidants. 

Some of those remedies may seem a bit weird, but they are the most natural way your body is familiar with and will help more than cause any complications.