In a world where diabetes affects millions, finding complementary ways to support health is more important than ever. Black seed oil, derived from the seeds of the Nigella sativa plant (also known as black cumin), has emerged as a topic of growing interest in scientific research. Traditionally used in various cultures for centuries, modern studies suggest it […]
Zinc Lozenges: Can They Really Shorten Your Cold by 3 Days? An Evidence-Based Look
Zinc lozenges have generated significant interest as a potential remedy for the common cold, with research spanning decades and involving numerous randomized controlled trials (RCTs). More than a dozen such trials have examined their effects, and meta-analyses of these studies suggest that zinc, when taken promptly and in the right form, can offer modest benefits in […]
Chemical found in leafy greens shown to slow growth of COVID-19 and common cold viruses
Researchers at Johns Hopkins Children’s Center report evidence from lab experiments that a chemical derived from a compound found abundantly in broccoli and other cruciferous plants may offer a potentially new and potent weapon against the viruses that cause COVID-19 and the common cold. COVID-19 has already killed more than 6 million people worldwide, and […]
Honey A Better Option For Childhood Cough Than Over The Counter Medications
A new study by a Penn State College of Medicine research team found that honey may offer parents an effective and safe alternative than over the counter children’s cough medicines. The study found that a small dose of buckwheat honey given before bedtime provided better relief of nighttime cough and sleep difficulty in children than […]
Study Supports Chicken Soup As A Cold Remedy
Chicken soup may contain a number of substances with beneficial medicinal activity including an anti-inflammatory mechanism that could ease the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections, according to a new study. The study was reported in the October issue of CHEST, the peer-reviewed journal of the American College of Chest Physicians. The suspected benefits of […]
Popular Cold And Cough Treatment May Create Respiratory Distress In Young Children
New research out of Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center suggests that Vicks® VapoRub®, the popular menthol compound used to relieve symptoms of cough and congestion, may instead create respiratory distress in infants and small children. Vicks VapoRub may stimulate mucus production and airway inflammation, which can have severe effects on breathing in an infant […]
Zinc helps against infection by tapping brakes in immune response
New research suggests that zinc helps control infections by gently tapping the brakes on the immune response in a way that prevents out-of-control inflammation that can be damaging and even deadly. Scientists determined in human cell culture and animal studies that a protein lures zinc into key cells that are first-responders against infection. The zinc […]
Larger Doses Of Vitamin C May Lead To A Greater Reduction In Common Cold Duration
The relationship between vitamin C dosage and its effects on the duration of the common cold symptoms may extend to 6-8 grams per day. Dozens of animal studies using different animal species have found that vitamin C significantly prevents and alleviates infections caused by diverse bacteria, viruses, and protozoa. Given the universal nature of the […]