Kate And Annie on Immunity. Can You Really Knock a cold on the head? And what is an appropriate amount of butter?

In this episode, pharmacist Kate Thomas is joined by Annie McCubbin from the Why Smart Women podcast to unpack the myths, marketing and medicine behind cold and flu season.Together, they explore what the evidence really says about popular cold and flu remedies, including vitamin C, zinc, echinacea, andrographis, pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine.They discuss:• Can you actually shorten a cold? • Do “immune boosters” work, and do we even want a boosted immune system? • The role of stress, sleep and lifestyle in immune function • Why symptom relief still has value, even when it doesn’t cure the virus • The TGA warning on andrographis-containing products • Which cold and flu tablets are worth your money and which aren’t • Why spreading your virus around the office, gym, or Sydney tram is not a public serviceMost importantly, Kate and Annie discuss one of the least popular but most useful pieces of health advice:Lower your expectations.A practical, evidence-based conversation for anyone who’s ever stood in the cold and flu aisle, wondering what actually works.Oh, and how much butter is appropriate on a piece of toast?Whether you are in perimenopause, approaching menopause, or simply trying to understand your hormones, I've got you.Read more about this episode at Medication Clarity Clinic, Kate's own medication education and telehealth consulting site: https://medicationclarity.com.auFollow Kate for more no-nonsense health education at @prescribeorpass on Instagram, Tiktok and Facebook.