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My Cure for the Common Cold

I just took the CE course on the effectiveness of zinc use for colds. It's great to know all the different things that can cause a cold and the conditions it thrives in. Now I can take more preventive measures. Honestly, I use a somewhat unorthodox way of preventing my colds. When my throat gets scratchy and itchy I take a shot of 160 proof grain alcohol. The discomfort in my throat goes away almost instantly. Of course, I wouldn't recommend this "cure" for children or alcoholics.More »

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New Zinc Research Suggests Novel Therapeutic Targets

08/01/2009

ScienceDaily — Everyone knows that vitamins "from A to zinc" are important for good health. Now, a new research study in the August 2009 print issue of the Journal of Leukocyte Biology suggests that zinc may be pointing the way to new therapeutic targets for fighting infections. Specifically, scientists from Florida found that zinc not only supports healthy immune function, but increases activation of the cells (T cells) responsible for destroying viruses and bacteria.More »

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FDA Advises Consumers Not To Use Certain Zicam Cold Remedies

06/16/2009

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration advised consumers to stop using three products marketed over-the-counter as cold remedies because they are associated with the loss of sense of smell (anosmia). Anosmia may be long-lasting or permanent.More »

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