Zinc – an effective treatment for depression?

A recent review indicates that zinc may be an effective addition to treatment for depression (1).

A recent review indicates that zinc may be an effective addition to treatment for depression.

Zinc is a co-factor in many enzymes that are involved in brain function. In fact there have been a number of human [...]

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Zinc may shorten common colds

As autumn and winter draw on, many of us are blighted by the common cold.  While there is still no cure for the virus, a new literature review indicates that a common supplement can reduce its duration.

Studies have found that zinc and zinc lozenges may shorten the duration of the common cold [...]

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Review study finds that zinc supplements may reduce the severity and duration of the common cold

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 [...]

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Boosting immune health. Can ‘back to school’ coughs and colds be prevented?

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 [...]

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Zinc may help speed recovery from the common cold

Recently my mum came back from a trip with a heavy springtime cold, a member of her travelling party had kindly passed on the infection and poor mum was suffering with the typical symptoms of a tickly throat, headache and runny nose.  Colds are caused by viruses and our susceptibility to these infections is [...]

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