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As reported by Prevention, January 28, 2008.

Natural Cold Cures

The Best Herbs To Help You Stay Healthy Or Feel Better Fast

By Sara Altshul

Ginseng
Only 32% of ginseng users got colds after 4 months, compared with 62% taking a placebo, according to a University of Connecticut Health Center study. And at the University of Alberta, Canada, 256 people taking ginseng had 25% fewer colds after 4 months than those taking a placebo.
Rx: Try COLD-fx, which contains Panax quinquefolium (aka American ginseng). Available at drugstores.

Echinacea
Despite continued debate, a new analysis of 14 clinical studies on the herb found that regular use shortens cold symptoms by about a day and a half. The University of Connecticut School of Pharmacy study also found echinacea decreases the chances of catching a cold by 58%.
Rx: Try EchinaGuard, a well-studied supplement, available at health food stores.

Andrographis Paniculata
Using a supplement containing this herb can improve cold symptoms by up to 55%, according to a review of studies by US and Canadian doctors.
Rx: Try Kold Kare, at drugstores and online, as directed.