E! illustration/Courtesy of Getty Images'Tis the season for everyone to feel awful and wonder "what's in the air right now?" The answer is, of course, the flu, a cold, and the newest iteration of COVID.
If you're anything like us, you may forget to stock up on wellness and flu essentials until the moment you feel that tickle in the back of your throat and burning in your eyes. Why wait? Get what you need now.
Whether you're currently in the thick of it or you're dreading how this new chilly wheather will affect your health, these are the top-rated products from Amazon that you simply need to have by your bedside when you're down with the flu.
From iconic staples like VapoRub and super-soft tissues to a new Hydro Flask watter bottle and a humidifier to keep your runny nose from closing up, keep scrolling to shop our picks for the best flu essentials from Amazon, according to reviewers.
Vicks VapoRub Topical Chest Rub 3-Pack
Rating: 4.7/5 stars with 11,687 reviews.
A staple in every household, Vicks VapoRub may just be the cure to every ailment—flus and colds, included. Even just the scent of this iconic topical rub is enough to calm our senses.
Hydro Flask Travel Tumbler with Handle
Rating: 4.7/5 stars with 4,694 reviews.
The most important part of healing a cold or the flu is to get as many fluids in you as possible. While soups and teas really hit the spot, there's nothing better than having 40 ounces of water right next to your bed 24/7.
LEVOIT Top Fill Humidifier for Bedroom
Rating: 4.4/5 stars with 41,609 reviews.
'Tis the season for dry air! Bring moisture back to your home (and airways) with this top-rated, under $30 humidifier from bestselling brand LEVOIT.
TheraICE Migraine Relief Cap
Rating: 4.6/5 stars with 42,568 reviews.
Flu-related headaches are truly the worst. Amazon shoppers are obsessed with this cooling and heating relief cap for headaches of all types (including migraines), simply place it in the freezer or the microwave!
Bedsure GentleSoft Sherpa Fleece Queen Size Blanket
Rating: 4.7/5 stars with 92,047 reviews.
The best enviorment to heal from a cold is a freezing room and a heated blanket. A personal favorite, this queen sized blanket comes in several colors and features a super-soft sherpa fleece fabric.
Twinings Pure Peppermint Herbal Tea Individually Wrapped Bags
Rating: 4.7/5 stars with 107,091 reviews.
While all hot teas help alleviate flu-like symptoms, experts say peppermint teas are a perfect home remedy for throat pain, coughing, and congestion. These top-rated bags from Twinings are super handy to have around!
LEVOIT Air Purifier
Rating: 4.7/5 stars with 33,057 reviews.
Air purifiers were all the rage in 2020, and ever since, they've become a staple during flu season. This top-rated LEVOIT air purifier promises to remove at least 99.97% of dust, pollen, and any airborne particles in the air.
Puffs Plus Lotion Facial Tissue
Rating: 4.8/5 stars with 13,089 reviews.
The most important item to have by our bedside when we're sick, and sometimes, the last one we remember to restock. This super-soft lotion version is excellent, and promises to treat your nose with care.
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