Cold and Flu Relief: Cough Remedies and Immune Support

What are the best ways to get rid of a bad, dry cough or shorten a cold's duration? From flu shot reactions to cough remedies while pregnant, managing cold and flu involves targeted nutrition and mucus clearance.

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Are Oranges Good for a Cough & Phlegm?

Published Jan,14 2019  |  By Siddhi Camila Lama

Vitamin C positively affects the respiratory system, but oranges can't cure your cold. The amount of vitamin C needed to affect your symptoms is available only from supplements.

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How to Get Nutrients Back After a Stomach Flu

Published Jan,12 2019  |  By Jody Braverman

If you have no appetite after stomach flu, when you feel better, drink lots of fluids and eat nutritious foods containing protein, probiotics and electrolytes that will help you recover quickly.

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How Long Is a Flu Virus Contagious?

Published Jan,08 2019  |  By Michelle Dupler

Influenza, or the flu, spreads from one person to another because millions of new viruses are shed during the illness that can then infect others.

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Are Flu Shot Symptoms Contagious?

Published Jan,08 2019  |  By Heather Gloria

More than 40 percent of people who receive the flu shot experience side effects such as injection site pain, a low-grade fever, a cough or a runny nose. These symptoms are almost always mild and rarely last longer than a day or two.

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Influenza Virus Characteristics

Published Jan,08 2019  |  By Diana Rodriguez

The influenza virus, conversationally called the flu, is an illness that's highly contagious and causes a number of different symptoms. There are many different types, or strains, of the influenza virus.

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Complications of Influenza B

Published Jan,08 2019  |  By R. Y. Langham, Ph.D.

Influenza B is a viral infection that attacks parts of the respiratory system such as the nose, throat and lungs, according to MayoClinic.com. There are three types of influenza viruses: A, B and C.

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Differences Between Influenza A and B

Published Nov,16 2018  |  By Dr. Tina M. St. John

The flu is caused by viruses in the family Orthomyxoviridae. Influenza viruses types A and B cause seasonal flu outbreaks, and the flu vaccine provides protection against both virus types.

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4 Things You Need to Know About the Flu Incubation Period

Published Nov,14 2018  |  By Dr. Tina M. St. John

While vigilant hand washing and receiving the flu shot are helpful in preventing the flu, no measure is 100 percent effective. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the flu is very contagious and can even go on to cause other complications like pneumonia, ear infections and dehydration.

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How to Stop Coughing Without Medicine

Published Apr,28 2018  |  By Heather Topham Wood

Treating the underlying cause is often the best way to get rid of a cough. But there are several natural ways to combat coughing, which may be used alone or in combination with other treatments.

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First Signs of a Stomach Virus

Published Apr,25 2018  |  By Dr. Tina M. St. John

First signs of a stomach virus involve the stomach or intestines and might include loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea.

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Reasons for Coughing Up White Mucus

Published Mar,13 2018  |  By Rica Lewis

Mucus is a vital substance that coats the mucous membranes in the body, including the lining of the lungs and airways. The appearance of phlegm, notably its color, can provide helpful clues to the nature of the cough and the underlying reason for the excess mucus production.

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How to Get Rid of Cold in 1-Month-Old Baby

Published Feb,13 2018  |  By Sandra Ketcham

It can be challenging to care for a baby when he is sick with a cold. Although there is no cure for the common cold, you can take steps to help your baby feel more comfortable and reduce the risk of a more severe infection.

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Cough Sounds Like Fluid in the Chest After Running

Published Jan,30 2018  |  By Max Roman Dilthey

Going for a run can clear your mind, strengthen your muscles and burn off calories, but sometimes you might feel worse after running instead of better. A wet cough is unpleasant and downright irritating, but it's not necessarily a sign of a serious medical condition.

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