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October 20th, 2007

Natural Relief for Cold and Flu Symptoms

WebMD lays out 9 easy ways to treat discomfort from cold and flu this season:

Blow your nose frequently and correctly.
Get lots of rest.
Gargle.
Drink hot liquids.
Take a hot shower.
Put a menthol salve on/under your nose.
Use hot/cold packs for sinus pressure.
Prop up with an extra pillow at bedtime.
Avoid flying unless it’s absolutely necessary.

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By Kristen King -- 0 comments

August 2nd, 2007

Vitamin C May Not Be As Healthy As We Thought

New results from a multi-decade review by the US Center for the Advancement of Health suggest that those of us average people who pop vitamin C (the nutrient, not the singer, just so we’re clear) to ward off colds may just be wasting our time.
Conducted over several decades and including more than 11,000 people who […]

By Kristen King -- 2 comments