What helps with colds?
MOST COMMON DISEASE - STILL NO CURE? THE IMPACT OF DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS ON THE COMMON COLD - A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
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Surprising Findings
Echinacea was the only intervention that demonstrated a preventive effect against colds.
It contradicts common skepticism about echinacea's efficacy and highlights its unique role beyond just symptom relief.
Practical Takeaways
Take zinc lozenges or echinacea at the first sign of a cold to potentially reduce severity and duration.
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Surprising Findings
Echinacea was the only intervention that demonstrated a preventive effect against colds.
It contradicts common skepticism about echinacea's efficacy and highlights its unique role beyond just symptom relief.
Practical Takeaways
Take zinc lozenges or echinacea at the first sign of a cold to potentially reduce severity and duration.
Publication
Journal
International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science
Year
2026
Authors
Zuzanna Rafałowska, Stanisław Rutz, Anna Wojtala, Julia Kret, Aleksandra Wyrostkiewicz, Jagoda Pałubska, Oliwer Muller, Aleksander Sadkowski, Paulina Bigda, Jan Gdula, Lilianna Zielińska, Michał Szpunar, Adrianna Zabiegałowska, Magda Buśko
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Claims (6)
This claim says that taking lots of vitamin C, echinacea, garlic, or vitamin D doesn't actually help you get better from a cold, according to real studies done on people.
Taking echinacea supplements might help you avoid catching a cold, according to scientific studies.
Pelargonium sidoides, a plant-based supplement, might help make cold symptoms less severe and help you get better faster, according to some medical studies.
Taking zinc lozenges when you first start feeling sick with a cold might help you get better faster and feel less miserable.
Taking vitamin C pills might help a little with colds, especially for people who are under a lot of physical stress or don't get enough vitamin C from their diet.