Articles by Julie Hampton

Cold Remedy With Cayenne Pepper & Lemon

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Julie Hampton

The common cold lasts up to two weeks, and may be caused by nearly 100 different viruses, according to MayoClinic.com. Two food items commonly used to treat cold symptoms include cayenne pepper and lemon. Used together or alone, these may decrease symptoms such as congestion, sore throat and fever.

Julie Hampton has worked as a professional freelance writer since 1999 for various newspapers and websites including "The Florida Sun" and "Pensacola News Journal." She served in the U.S. Army as a combat medic and nurse for over six years and recently worked as the Community Relations Director for a health center. Hampton studied journalism and communications at the University of West Florida.