For a nourishing meal to help combat the symptoms of a cold, flu, or allergies, there's nothing like good old-fashioned chicken soup. This soup has the added benefit of roasted green chili, which is a staple here in New Mexico. Green chili is hot, pungent and will help thin the mucus congestion. I like to make a big pot of this Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Roasted Green Chili and freeze any leftovers for when I’m sick and want something light and hot. Also, when I’m sick,

Today is the first day of spring and many of us are sick with colds and allergies.  Spring colds are different from winter colds, in that the mucus is thicker, and we may have achy muscles and joints (like the flu), swollen lymph nodes, and ear pressure.  So, if you're suffering with a spring cold or allergies, follow some of these suggestions. Try These Tips for a Spring Cold or Allergies Herbs and Spices Cook with lots of warm, pungent, and astringent herbs and spices to he