{"id":231028,"date":"2020-04-30T11:45:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-30T09:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=231028"},"modified":"2024-05-02T15:44:37","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T13:44:37","slug":"which-supplements-can-help-you-with-the-flu-and-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/which-supplements-can-help-you-with-the-flu-and-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"Which supplements can help you with the flu and cold?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/which-supplements-can-help-you-with-the-flu-and-cold\/#Immunity_is_the_backbone_of_health\" title=\"Immunity is the backbone of health\">Immunity is the backbone of health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/which-supplements-can-help-you-with-the-flu-and-cold\/#Cold_and_flu\" title=\"Cold and flu\">Cold and flu<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/which-supplements-can-help-you-with-the-flu-and-cold\/#How_to_treat_symptoms_of_cold_and_flu_at_home\" title=\"How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?\">How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/which-supplements-can-help-you-with-the-flu-and-cold\/#Supplements_that_help_fight_cold_and_flu\" title=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu\">Supplements that help fight cold and flu<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Are you troubled by a runny nose, cough, sore throat, or fever? These problems are mostly caused by viral diseases such as <strong>cold and flu<\/strong> which might <strong>cause you real trouble.<\/strong>&nbsp;Fortunately, there are <strong>several ways<\/strong> how to fight them. Take a look at the <strong>9 nutritional supplements that will help you to fight flu and cold.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Immunity_is_the_backbone_of_health\"><\/span>Immunity is the backbone of health<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is nothing pleasant about<strong> cold and flu<\/strong>, and before these diseases will affect you, you should focus on <strong>reducing the risk of developing them.<\/strong>&nbsp;The first step is to <strong>strengthen your immunity<\/strong> which is the key to <strong>preserving the health of the body. <\/strong>It protects the organism from many <strong>parasites, viruses, and bacteria<\/strong> that cause different diseases.&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The immune system is divided into two forms. The first one is <strong>the natural immunity <\/strong>with which we are already born and the second one is <strong>acquired immunity.<\/strong> We acquire it gradually during life and we can support its functioning under certain circumstances. We can strengthen the immune system with a balanced diet, exercise, quality sleep, but also regular hand washing and<strong> proper nutritional supplements.&nbsp;<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[1]<\/span>&nbsp;To learn more about the factors that affect immunity, read our article&nbsp;<a title=\"How to strengthen the body's immunity and disease resistance?\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-strengthen-the-bodys-immunity-and-disease-resistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">How to strengthen immunity and body resistance against diseases?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/snimka-obrazovky-2020-03-23-o-14-00-23-min.png\" alt=\"Immunity is the backbone of health\" style=\"width:843px\" title=\"Immunity is the backbone of health\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cold_and_flu\"><\/span>Cold and flu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cold and flu are <strong>contagious respiratory viral diseases.<\/strong>&nbsp;Their symptoms are similar, but they are slightly different. While the cold is relatively fast to fully recover from and all you need are <strong>a few days in the bed,<\/strong> with the flu it&#8217;s more challenging. It is mostly accompanied by <strong>more intense manifestations,<\/strong> and the lack of treatment can lead to <strong>pneumonia.<\/strong>&nbsp;As these are<strong> viral diseases,<\/strong> antibiotics are not effective in their treatment. Antibiotics help to cure only <strong>bacterial infections.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Cold symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The common cold is an <strong>acute viral infection of the upper respiratory tract,<\/strong> which affects the nose, cavity, pharynx, larynx, and spreads mostly through a <strong>person to person contact.<\/strong>&nbsp;The incubation period varies, but with the cold, it is usually <strong>less than two days. <\/strong>The symptoms that usually affect infected mucous membranes last <strong>3-7 days,<\/strong> although occasionally they can persist for three weeks, especially if the <strong>cold is not treated.&nbsp;<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [3]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The common cold usually begins with the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>sore throat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sore throat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>snuffles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sneezing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fatigue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cough<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Flu symptoms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Flu is a contagious respiratory disease caused by flu viruses that<strong> infect the nose, throat, and sometimes lungs. <\/strong>One way to <strong>prevent flu<\/strong> is to vaccinate against it. Most experts believe that<strong> flu viruses<\/strong> spread mainly through the<strong> tiny drops<\/strong> that arise during coughing, sneezing, or speaking. Less often a person may experience flu <strong>by touching the surface or object&nbsp;<\/strong>on which the flu virus is, and<strong> then by transferring<\/strong> it to the mouth, nose, or eyes.&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[2] [3]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The main <strong>difference between cold and flu<\/strong> lies in the fact that the cold begins gradually, while the flu will hit quickly and cause <strong>more severe symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The flu usually has the following symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>fever<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>muscle and joint pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>red skin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>red eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>chills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>dry cough<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sore throat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>occasionally stomach problems and diarrhea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some symptoms may indicate that the disease is <strong>really serious.&nbsp;<\/strong>You should seek medical advice if you <strong>suffer from the following problems:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>difficulty breathing or shortness of breath<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pain or tightness in the chest and abdomen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sudden dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>severe vomiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>very high non-declining fever<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/virus-4937553_1920-min-1124x600.jpg\" alt=\"Cold and flu - symptoms\" class=\"wp-image-221189\" style=\"width:843px;height:450px\" title=\"Cold and flu - symptoms\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/virus-4937553_1920-min-1124x600.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/virus-4937553_1920-min-400x214.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/virus-4937553_1920-min-1536x820.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/virus-4937553_1920-min.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"6322,35302,49306,49300,29851,30342,5250,34207,29089\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_treat_symptoms_of_cold_and_flu_at_home\"><\/span>How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment of cold and flu focuses primarily on relieving their symptoms. Read some tips on how to get home treatment for these diseases and their symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Often blow your nose (in the right way)<\/strong> \u2013 it&#8217;s important that you get the harmful mucus out of your body and stop pulling it into yourself. Regular nose blowing is the basis for the treatment of acute cold and respiratory problems. By doing that you\u2019ll get all the pollutants out. One of the best practices has turned out to be the cleaning of one hole after the other. This means that you can press the finger to push one hole while you are blowing out the other.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rinse the nose with salt water <\/strong>&#8211; to remove the contaminants from the respiratory organs the salt solution can help. This releases the blockage of the nose while removing viral particles and bacteria. Mix 1\/4 teaspoon of salt and 1\/4 teaspoon baking soda in warm water. Then inject the solution individually into each nostril by using a wider syringe and allow to run freely. You can also buy a ready-to-use salt solution at the pharmacy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Treat yourself to rest and stay warm <\/strong>&#8211; it&#8217;s not just a case of flu or cold, but with almost every weakening of the body and disease, resting is a key aspect in their treatment. You can help your body to direct the focus to fight viruses and give it the necessary regeneration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gargle <\/strong>&#8211; gargling can moisturize the throat and bring temporary pain relief. Try the above-mentioned salt solution or herbal teas, such as chamomile. Also effective is the gargle made of honey and apple cider vinegar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Drink hot fluids <\/strong>&#8211; hot fluids relieve nasal congestion, prevent dehydration, and soothe unpleasant inflamed membranes that plague your nose and throat. If you are so exhausted that you cannot sleep at night, make a cup of herbal tea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Apply cold towel wrapping <\/strong>&#8211; if you are worried about a high fever and you want to reduce it, try to wrap the chest in a cold towel. This will help to reduce temperature and you will be relieved. Remember, however, the fever is a symptom of a successful fight of your body with viruses, you have to step in when the temperature is too high.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat the right foods <\/strong>&#8211; if you are experiencing diarrhea in your viral diseases, try the effective foods, such as banana, dry rice, or blueberry, that cause mild constipation and treat intestinal problems. Such foods like chilly peppers, for example, open the cavities and help to fight the mucus in the lungs. The horseradish or mustard have the same effects. The onion, in turn, contains phytochemicals designed to help the body to remove bronchitis and other infections. Black and green tea contains catechin, a phytochemical that has natural antibiotic and anti-diarrhea effects. Be careful with the citrus fruits, if you were to drink 100% citrus juice, your problems like sore throat and sputum would multiply. <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[4]<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/rsz_woman-lying-on-bed-while-blowing-her-nose-3807629-min.jpg\" alt=\"How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supplements_that_help_fight_cold_and_flu\"><\/span>Supplements that help fight cold and flu<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"843\" height=\"1124\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.cz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/gymbeam_Stanci_001-843x1124.jpg\" alt=\"How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?\" class=\"wp-image-198112\" title=\"How to treat symptoms of cold and flu at home?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/gymbeam_Stanci_001-843x1124.jpg 843w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/gymbeam_Stanci_001-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/gymbeam_Stanci_001-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/gymbeam_Stanci_001.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 843px) 100vw, 843px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Vitamin C<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Vitamin C - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Vitamin C<\/a> serves as a supplement for the<strong> prevention and treatment of a cold.<\/strong>&nbsp;In general, it helps <strong>strengthen immune cells<\/strong> which protect us from pathogens. This means that its <strong>regular usage <\/strong>should serve you as a precaution to prevent you from a cold or flu virus.<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">&nbsp;[5]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin C is also <strong>highly concentrated in immune cells<\/strong> and is rapidly exhausted during the infection. Vitamin C deficiency in fact significantly<strong> weakens the immune system <\/strong>and increases the <strong>risk of developing infections.<\/strong>&nbsp;For this reason, it is good to get enough vitamin C during the infection. If you already suffer from these problems, vitamin C may, according to some study, help <strong>shorten the time of cold.<\/strong>&nbsp;People who regularly use <span lang=\"EN-US\"><a title=\"Vitamin C - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">vitamin C<\/a>&nbsp;<\/span>may expect to <strong>shorter duration of cold with less severe symptoms.<\/strong>&nbsp;Studies also show that athletes who regularly use vitamin C are <strong>less likely to<\/strong> develop viral diseases than those who do not. <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[5] [6] [7]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The optimal daily dose of vitamin C varies <strong>on average from 1000 to 2000 mg,<\/strong> depending on the age and bodyweight of a person. However, it should be noted that non-consumed vitamin C is <strong>excreted from our body through urine every day,<\/strong>so it is not possible to overdose with it. To learn more about vitamin C and its effects, read our article <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/vitamin-c-everything-you-need-to-know-about-it-until-its-too-late\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Vitamin C: Everything you need to know about it before it\u2019s too late<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Vitamin D<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Scientists believe that <strong>predisposition to flu and cold<\/strong> in winter may be related to lesser <strong>exposure to sunlight,<\/strong> and thus lower production of <a title=\"Vitamin D - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">vitamin D<\/span><\/a>. Studies have found that people with <strong>low levels of vitamin D<\/strong> are more prone to <strong>develop respiratory diseases.&nbsp;<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [8]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin D receptors are commonly found in the body, so they are involved in <strong>many cell processes,<\/strong> including the regulation of immune cells during infections, so it should not be surprising that its <strong>deficiency can disrupt immunity.&nbsp;<\/strong><a title=\"Vitamin D - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-d\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">Vitamin D<\/span><\/a> regulates several disease-related immune factors and recent studies have shown that the addition of vitamin D can <strong>reduce the risk of developing flu.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [8]&nbsp;<\/span>Read our article <a title=\"Vitamin D and everything you need to know about it\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/vitamin-d-and-everything-you-need-to-know-about-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">vitamin D and everything you need to know about it<\/a> to see what other benefits this micronutrient has.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/87046707_2721650787956617_5767515825778982912_o-min.jpg\" alt=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu - vitamin D\" style=\"width:843px;height:562px\" title=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu - vitamin D\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Vitamin A<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Beta Carotene Provitamin A - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/beta-carotene-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Vitamin A<\/a><span lang=\"EN-US\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/beta-carotene-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"(opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"> <\/a><\/span>is one of the <strong>most important micronutrients<\/strong> for a healthy immune system. It is essential to maintain a<strong>healthy vision, promote growth, and protect healthy sputum in the body.<\/strong> It is known as an <strong>anti-inflammatory vitamin,<\/strong> because it has a decisive role in strengthening immune functions and participates in regulatory tasks in<strong> cells and hormones of the immune system.<\/strong> Many renowned studies have also shown its effects in the <strong>treatment of infectious diseases.<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [7] [9] [10]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamin A is commonly found in many foods such as carrots, sweet potatoes, cabbage, red pepper, apricots, or egg yolk. Its great drawback is that when you <strong>exceed its use it can be toxic<\/strong> and cause dizziness, nausea, or headache. <strong>Pregnant women should also be particularly cautious<\/strong> because excessive use of <a title=\"Vitamin A - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/beta-carotene-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">vitamin A<\/span><\/a> can lead to congenital fetal defects. The optimal daily dose in adult people should be <strong>approximately 2300 UI. <\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[9] [10]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Group B vitamins<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This<span lang=\"EN-US\">&nbsp;<a title=\"Vitamin B-complex - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-b-complex-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">complex of B vitamins<\/a><\/span> is <strong>synergistic in regulating several vital functions<\/strong> in our body. Not only it <strong>strengthens immunity<\/strong> but its supplementation should be a regular thing even when you are healthy, in addition, it <strong>helps to cope with stress, increases energy, <\/strong>and is particularly important to receive it<strong> during physical and psychological performance.<\/strong>&nbsp;It may be the cold and the flu, during which our body <strong>deplete all our energy,<\/strong> which needs to be supplemented so that our <strong>organism can handle the fight against the virus.<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"> [11]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A particularly important fighter against infectious diseases is <a title=\"Vitamin B6 - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/vitamin-b6-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">vitamin B6<\/span><\/a>, i.e. pyridoxine. It performs more than <strong>100 enzymatic reactions,<\/strong> including the metabolism of proteins in the body. It also participates during <strong>brain development, the functioning of the nervous system and works closely with the immune system,<\/strong> to prevent infections such as spreading flu. One of the characteristic signs of vitamin B6 deficiency is in fact <strong>weakened immune system<\/strong> and reduction in serum antibody production. This will <strong>increase the predisposition to flu<\/strong> and other respiratory infections.<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">&nbsp;[11] [12]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/vitamin_kategoria-min.png\" alt=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu - group B vitamins\" style=\"width:843px\" title=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu - group B vitamins\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Zinc&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/zinc-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Zinc<\/a> is a strong micronutrient that most commonly occurs in proteins and is essential for <strong>neurocognitive health, wound healing and defense of the immune system<\/strong> against infectious bacteria and viruses. In fact, the supplementation of zinc<strong>can limit the replication of the virus<\/strong> in the nasal epithelial and reduce<strong> inflammation of the airways.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [12] [13]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A recent review of studies has dealt with vitamins and mineral substances in the treatment of cold and flu. They have shown that taking <strong>70 mg of zinc<\/strong> a day has helped relieve symptoms if taken within <strong>24 hours from the appearance of symptoms of these diseases.<\/strong>&nbsp;Therefore, this mineral is a key ingredient in many <strong>tablets and sprays for sore throat or cold. <\/strong>Another study also found that it helped reduce the duration and severity of the cold.&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[15]<\/span> Excessive use of zinc may, conversely,<strong> suppress the function of the immune system,<\/strong> therefore it is recommended not to exceed the daily dose of 70 mg of zinc. Scientists have also found that zinc <strong>helps control the infection<\/strong> so that it inhibits a certain protein, thus preventing <strong>the emergence of excessive inflammation.<\/strong>&nbsp;Therefore, zinc supplementation may be extremely beneficial for very sick or elderly patients who are dependent on <strong>intensive care.<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [12] [13]&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Curcuma and Ginger<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Curcuma (turmeric) and ginger are two <strong>superfoods<\/strong> that have found widespread use in <strong>natural medicine.<\/strong>&nbsp;The healing effects of ginger are caused by <strong>the presence of phenolic compounds, such as Gingerol,<\/strong> which has <strong>strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/turmeric-shot.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Turmeric<\/a>, in turn, hides the substance <strong>curcumin,<\/strong> which has been shown to assist in the treatment and prevention of several chronic inflammations.<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>In addition, curcumin <strong>increases the level of a protein<\/strong>called the cathelicidin antimicrobial peptide or <strong>CAMP,<\/strong> which helps prevent infections and <strong>fights against unknown bacteria and viruses.<\/strong> <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16] [17] [18]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some researches show that in particular, <span lang=\"EN-US\"><a title=\"Ginger Shot - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/ginger-shot-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Ginger<\/a> <\/span>may <strong>strongly increase the immunity.&nbsp;<\/strong>One study found that ginger extract blocks the growth of several strains of respiratory pathogens. <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[19]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Turmeric and ginger can, therefore, <strong>reduce the level of inflammation<\/strong> which can help improve immune function and help to combat cold, flu, or other inflammatory diseases.&nbsp; <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[16]&nbsp;<\/span>If you want to learn more about the Curcuma, read our article <a title=\"Turmeric - a spice rich in antioxidants and a fighter against inflammation\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/turmeric-a-spice-rich-in-antioxidants-and-a-fighter-against-inflammation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Turmeric &#8211; a spice rich in antioxidants and a fighter against inflammation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/kamca_7-min_1_.jpg\" alt=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu  - curcuma and ginger\" style=\"width:843px\" title=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu  - curcuma and ginger\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Probiotics&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"ProbioTen - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/probioten-gymbeam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Probiotics<\/a> are <strong>live bacteria and yeast<\/strong> that help reduce the number of &#8220;bad&#8221; bacteria that cause disease and inflammation and replace them with &#8220;good&#8221; bacteria. They help <strong>to balance the intestinal microbiome,<\/strong> which improves not only digestion but also immunity. Probiotics are commonly found in foods such as yogurt, kimchi, sour cabbage, or you can get it into your body <strong>through dietary supplements.<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">&nbsp;[7] [20] [21]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>According to several findings, probiotic prophylaxis <strong>may shorten the duration of upper respiratory tract infection,<\/strong>and reduce the duration of the disease. Studies have also shown that probiotics can <strong>protect the body from viral infections<\/strong> and reduce the risk of getting a cold. The probiotic bacteria and their cell walls have a significant impact on the functionality of the mucous membrane due to the activation of <strong>multiple immune mechanisms.&nbsp;<\/strong>Probiotics<strong> have been found to strengthen the effectiveness of the flu vaccine <\/strong>if taken during its application. <span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [20]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Probiotics are often recommended in the form of supplements as a complement to various diseases that are treated <strong>with antibiotics or other prescription drugs.<\/strong>&nbsp;This is due to their <strong>beneficial effects on the health of the gastrointestinal tract<\/strong> and its problems such as inflammatory bowel disease, diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome. These problems are troubling people who have had the flu or other viral disease.&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[21]&nbsp;<\/span>If you want to know more about probiotics, read our article <a title=\"Probiotics: the importance of beneficial bacteria for the immunity and general health of athletes\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/probiotics-the-importance-of-beneficial-bacteria-for-the-immunity-and-general-health-of-athletes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Probiotics: The importance of beneficial bacteria for immunity and the overall health of athletes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/wpstatic.gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/mageblog\/WhatsApp_Image_2019-10-14_at_14.18.57-min.jpeg\" alt=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu - Probiotics\" title=\"Supplements that help fight cold and flu - Probiotics\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Glutamine<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Glutamine - GymBeam\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/l-glutamine-gym-beam.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" class=\"ek-link\">Glutamine<\/a> is <strong>a non-essential amino acid,<\/strong> most commonly stored in skeletal muscle and lungs. Although it is not its primary function, Glutamine <strong>can help in times of illness, stress or injury.<\/strong>&nbsp;As well as other amino acids, glutamine plays an important role in protein synthesis. In addition, it helps <strong>to remove ammonia<\/strong> from the body and promotes the <strong>functioning of the immune system or brain.<\/strong>&nbsp;Studies suggest that Glutamine can <strong>strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of infection after surgery.&nbsp;<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[25] [26]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is no secret that strong strength training in combination with intensive exercise can absorb too much of the stock of glutamine and thus <strong>reduce the function of the immune system.<\/strong>&nbsp;Studies also show that <strong>strenuous exercise reduces the concentration of glutamine in the blood.<\/strong>&nbsp;Some studies have also found that glutamine can in the endurance athletes<strong>reduce the probability of developing the disease.&nbsp;<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[25] [26]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-default\">Echinacea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Echinacea is a popular herb that has been used in <strong>natural medicine to treat many diseases for centuries.<\/strong>&nbsp;Nowadays, you will find it as part of the <strong>non-prescription drugs<\/strong> to treat cold, flu or upper respiratory diseases. In daily use, Echinacea may <strong>reduce the risk and duration of respiratory infections.<\/strong><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[7] [22]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The extracts from Echinacea have an <strong>effect on the immune system<\/strong> and defend your body against the disease germs. Research shows that <strong>it can increase the number of white blood cells <\/strong>that are fighting against infections. Numerous studies have also found that this plant can help your immune system <strong>fight infections and viruses,<\/strong> and thus helps to recover from the disease more quickly. The use of Echinacea reduced the risk of developing colds in more than 50% tested and reduced the duration of the disease by one and a half days.&nbsp;<span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">[22] [23] [24]<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note that <strong>dietary supplements mentioned above <\/strong>are not primarily intended for<strong> the treatment of cold or flu.<\/strong>&nbsp;Their main effect is <strong>strengthening the immune system<\/strong> and primarily serving <strong>as prevention.<\/strong>&nbsp;However, several studies have shown that the use of these supplements is <strong>effective in the fight against cold and flu,<\/strong> and so you should consider their supplementation during the time when these diseases occur. 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