3 Items to Help You Recover HAVE A COLD?
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While you probably have the flu and COVID-19 on your mind right now, don’t forget about the old- fashioned cold! It’s still going around, and while it’s not expected to be as common this year, thanks to various practices adopted during the pandemic, there’s still a good chance you or a loved one will end up with one. Thankfully, when it comes to the cold, there are few things you can use to speed up recovery.
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Elderberry Syrup Also referred to as elderberry extract, this syrup is made from a plant called European elder. It can be purchased at many health food stores or made at home (but use caution when doing this, since raw and undercooked elderberries are toxic). Many people swear by the berry’s ability to ease congestion. Plus, elderberry syrup is known for having anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties, making it an ideal tool for fighting other cold symptoms. Eucalyptus If you’re suffering from congestion or can’t stop coughing, eucalyptus may offer the relief you’re looking for. Available in several different forms, including syrup, oil, and dried leaves, eucalyptus can be used as an expectorant or to relieve a sore throat. When you’re at home and sick, try adding a few drops of eucalyptus oil to the water in a humidifier. The results are remarkably soothing! Zinc While many people turn to vitamin C for cold symptoms, that’s not the supplement you should be focusing on. Instead, take a zinc-based supplement. You can find it as a nasal spray, lozenge, or even as part of a vitamin C supplement. One study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that those who took zinc reduced their recovery time from a cold by half. Cold symptoms among those taking a zinc supplement lasted about four days, while symptoms among those taking a placebo lasted about eight days.
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