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Jan 2024
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How to Prevent & Treat Colds & Flu

Scicomm Media
About this episode
In this episode, I explain the biology of the common cold and flu (influenza) and how the immune system combats these infections. I describe behavior, nutrition and supplementation-based tools supported by peer-reviewed research to enhance immune system function and better combat colds and flu. I also dispel common myths about how the cold and flu are transm ... Show More
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