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During winter, the common cold strikes 930,000 Britons on average. We probably catch more colds during this season because we spend much more time indoors, in close proximity. New Year’s Eve parties, January sales and family gatherings mean that we’re coming into physical contact with more people, leaving us susceptible to catching and spreading [...]  Aromatherapy isn’t hocus pocus and it’s nothing to do with ‘hubble bubble toil and trouble’. It’s simply a natural practice of using natural plant oils and essential oils for psychological and physical wellbeing. The calming and relaxing fragrance of Lavender aids a peaceful and natural sleep. (1) Whether these oils are inhaled or [...] Pelargonium (Pelargonium sidoides), also known as Umckaloabo or South African Geranium is a herbal medicine traditionally used to help relieve the symptoms of colds, coughs, sore throats, runny noses and other upper respiratory tract infections. I have previously written about other nutrients which may be helpful for symptoms of the common cold so please [...] Previously I have written about zinc and vitamin C in relation to the prevention and shortening of the common cold and I would recommend you visit this post for more information. I have also written about probiotics, elderberry, vitamin D and a healthy diet in relation to the common cold Colds are caused by viruses and our [...] Many people are experiencing the symptoms of the common cold this winter, sniffles, runny nose, sore throat, stuffy ears. I have previously written about diet and dietary supplements for the prevention of the common cold however, investigations with supplements are, as yet, inconclusive and results inconsistent. Having a healthy diet which provides the body [...] Earlier this year I wrote about some studies which suggest that probiotic supplementation in infants and children can help to prevent recurrent ear infections. Very recent evidence (1) suggests that probiotic supplements may also be useful in children in order to prevent common colds. The study (1) looked to evaluate the effects of probiotic [...] The sunshine vitamin, vitamin D, is receiving continued research attention this year. Two recently published studies (1,2) add to the mounting evidence for the importance of this nutrient. As I have previously discussed vitamin D is linked to far more than just bone health. A lack of this crucial nutrient has now been linked to [...] Unfortunately one of my very dear friends is seriously unwell, so I started writing this from the 9th floor of St Thomas’s hospital. There are hand wash points all over the place in a bid to prevent the spread of infection. Any hint of a sniffle and I would not be allowed to set [...] Continuing with the theme of child health I have decided to look at the prevention of common infections such as those of the ear, nose and throat, and tummy upsets. Children returning to school after the long holiday break will be exposed to others who they may not have seen in weeks and also to [...] Whilst writing my last post about zinc and the common cold I came across some interesting research and evidence about probiotics and how they may be useful in enhancing the function of our immune system. Probiotics are supplements containing ‘beneficial’ or friendly bacteria which inhabit the intestines. These friendly bacteria produce various substances in our bodies, such [...] |
  
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