The 3 Biggest Myths About the Common Cold
The 3 Biggest Myths About the Common Cold, According to a Doctor
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There are some natural fixes that can help ease cold symptoms like congestion and coughing (think: warm tea or a steamy shower), but they're not a magic cure. "There is research around supplements and natural remedies [such as vitamin C and zinc] that can potentially shorten the duration of a cold or the flu, but nothing can treat a cold aside from your own immune system," Dr. Bhuyan explained. This means your best bet to fending off a cold is keeping your immune system strong by maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, getting enough rest, and perhaps the most important cold prevention tip: regularly washing your hands.