Cold and flu treatments address upper respiratory infections and common cold symptoms like cough and sore throat. Approach antibiotics with caution- other medical upper respiratory infection treatments are also effective. For those uneasy about flu shots or influenza vaccines (whether for swine flu or h1n1), herbal cold and flu remedies or diet cold and flu treatments like vitamin C and zinc are an alternative. Explore the wheel for Medicine, Herbs, Diet, Body, Mind, and Spirit cold and flu treatments.