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We may not have an actual cure for a cold, however with zinc lozenges we may shorten the length of it by up to 42%, claims a review published in The Open Respiratory Medicine Journal.
There are some people who feel that lozenges really do shorten the time they have a cold, but there are others for whom the evidence is lacking.
Investigators from the Department of Public Health at the University of Helsinki, Finland, conducted a review of studies to help clarify whether zinc can truly help clear up the common cold more quickly.
There were 13 trials in the analysis:
Five of these trials used zinc lozenges, that provided the subjects with less than 75mg of zinc per day, and
Eight trails used stronger lozenges of more than 75mg of zinc per day. Of these eight, three used zinc acetate and the rest used it in other forms.
Interestingly, there was no effect seen on the duration of a cold, from all the studies that used less than 75mg of per day. However, in contrast, seven of the eight trials that used more than 75mg per day showed significant reductions in the duration.
Zinc acetate seemed to have the most profound effect on shortening the common cold, with a 42% reduction in the number of sick days. Other forms of lozenges also shortened the duration of the cold by 20%.
While lozenges seem be to be effective, not everyone likes the taste, and it's not uncommon for them to create nausea from them, but they are considered safe with no reports of long-term side effects. If your looking for a natural alternative, you could consider super foods that contain zinc, such as maca powder, wheatgrass powder. It may not give you as much as 75mg; however, it will help towards your daily requirement.
The next time a cold comes your way, here are some tips you can try:
Your insides like moisture. Viruses like the ones that cause the common cold need dry environments. Dry air also takes a toll on the mucous membranes, worsening nasal congestion and a sore throat. Use a vaporizer or humidifier to make air moist, but make sure to clean it regularly and use fresh water each day. Also, drink adequate fluids to breathe easier and prevent dehydration.0
There are some people who feel that lozenges really do shorten the time they have a cold, but there are others for whom the evidence is lacking.
Investigators from the Department of Public Health at the University of Helsinki, Finland, conducted a review of studies to help clarify whether zinc can truly help clear up the common cold more quickly.
There were 13 trials in the analysis:
Five of these trials used zinc lozenges, that provided the subjects with less than 75mg of zinc per day, and
Eight trails used stronger lozenges of more than 75mg of zinc per day. Of these eight, three used zinc acetate and the rest used it in other forms.
Interestingly, there was no effect seen on the duration of a cold, from all the studies that used less than 75mg of per day. However, in contrast, seven of the eight trials that used more than 75mg per day showed significant reductions in the duration.
Zinc acetate seemed to have the most profound effect on shortening the common cold, with a 42% reduction in the number of sick days. Other forms of lozenges also shortened the duration of the cold by 20%.
While lozenges seem be to be effective, not everyone likes the taste, and it's not uncommon for them to create nausea from them, but they are considered safe with no reports of long-term side effects. If your looking for a natural alternative, you could consider super foods that contain zinc, such as maca powder, wheatgrass powder. It may not give you as much as 75mg; however, it will help towards your daily requirement.
The next time a cold comes your way, here are some tips you can try:
Your insides like moisture. Viruses like the ones that cause the common cold need dry environments. Dry air also takes a toll on the mucous membranes, worsening nasal congestion and a sore throat. Use a vaporizer or humidifier to make air moist, but make sure to clean it regularly and use fresh water each day. Also, drink adequate fluids to breathe easier and prevent dehydration.0
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You can find zinc in a natural form in organic wheatgrass powder and maca powder. Also published at Getting Over A Cold Fast.
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