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EPISODE · Jun 22, 2026 · 28 MIN

Should you take vitamin C or other supplements for a common cold? with Ilyse Jones

from Nutrition Science Bites with Professor Clare Collins AO

Coughs and colds are everywhere right now! So, we are re-releasing this episode of Nutrition Science Bites about supplement and the common cold. In this episode, Prof Clare Collins and Ilyse Jones discuss effectiveness of various nutrients and supplements in combating cold symptoms. They compare popular beliefs surrounding vitamin C, zinc, garlic, chicken soup, probiotics, echinacea, and andrographis with the research evidence related to whether they work, and potential risks. Their conversation also highlights the importance of eating healthily and seeking professional advice before using supplements for the common cold.Are you in a position to make a donation to support our No Money No Time website? Donate hereNo Money No Time: To access the FREE Healthy Eating Quiz: Click on the top right handPurchase our Access our No Money No Time Winter Warmers eBook here: https://uoncourses.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/winter-warmers-ebookNo Money No Time: The facts and fiction of common cold cures. http://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/the-fact-and-fiction-of-common-cold-curesTherapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) safety alert regarding supplements containing Andrographis. https://www.tga.gov.au/news/safety-alerts/medicines-containing-andrographis-paniculata-safety-advisoryWebMD information on Andrographis https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-973/andrographisNo Money No Time: Can diet help reduce symptoms of haemochromatosis? https://nomoneynotime.com.au/hacks-myths-faqs/can-diet-help-reduce-symptoms-of-haemochromatosisNeed a more Personalised Food, Nutrient Assessment Report? Try our Australian Eating Survey includes a personalised assessment of your food and nutrient (vitamin and mineral) intake compared to Australian recommendations. Use code 'DietCheck' at the checkout for 50% off! Purchase hereKeywords#nutrition, #common cold, #supplements, #vitaminC, #zinc, #garlic, #ChickenSoup, #probiotics, #echinacea, #andrographis, #ImmuneSupport, #HealthTips, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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