Smoggles

I have been warned that January and February are the worst smog months of the year. It hasn't rained a drop since October, and breeze is rare. The air has just been hanging out above us for months, like a couch surfer who can't take a hint to leave, or at least shower.

This means it's easy to get sick, especially if you've just come back from an extreme pamper zone. Fortunately, Mexico City offers many home remedies to whatever sicknesses it throws at you. Below are my current favorites.

Atole, an ancient Aztec corn drink in FUN new packaging

Herbs! Throw 'em in some boiling water, place towel over head, and sniff.

Drugs! If the herbs don't work, you can buy antibiotics over-the-counter and for very cheap.

Wacky movies! This is "The Musketeer" sung by Tin-Tan, one of Mexico's favorite comic actors and worst dancers.