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Supplements for Flu -- women with the flu sitting on couch with tissues, thermometer, warm drink

Do any supplements help for flu?

Which supplements may help prevent or reduce symptoms of colds or the flu, including vitamin D, ginseng, NAC, and elderberry.

What is EpiCor? Does it really "boost" the immune system and prevent colds?

EpiCor supplement info, including evidence from clinical studies on immune function and cold/flu prevention, safety, and price.
Supplements for Colds: Zinc, Echinacea & More -- Couple with cold, sitting on couch blowing their noses

Do any supplements help prevent or treat a cold?

Are there supplements that can help prevent or treat cold symptoms? Learn more about zinc, probiotics, vitamin C and more.
Older woman with mask who is about to receive COVID-19 vaccine

How do the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines compare in terms of efficacy, safety and side effects? How, when and where do I get the COVID-19 vaccine?

Find out how the COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna compare and learn how when and where you can get the COVID-19 vaccine.
CBD for Colds or the Flu

Does CBD help fight colds or the flu?

Find out if CBD (cannabidiol) can help to fight colds or the flu. ConsumerLab.com's answer explains.
Supplements for Coronavirus (COVID-19)? -- mask and pills

Do any supplements help with the coronavirus (COVID-19)? Do supplements like vitamin D, zinc, vitamin C, or herbals work?

Find out if natural remedies & supplements for coronavirus such as zinc, vitamin C, garlic, or elderberry help to prevent or treat COVID-19.
Lauricidin (monolaurin) for Colds -- jar of Lauricidin

What is monolaurin? Can it really prevent colds, cold sores, or other infections?

Lauricidin (monolaurin) information for preventing colds, immune system function, and safety.
Cup of green tea with dried tea leaves

What are the health benefits of green tea, and is it safe?

ConsumerLab explains green tea's potential health benefits for everything from fighting cancer to helping your heart.
Benefits and Risks of Colloidal Silver? -- dropper bottle of colloidal silver

Is ingesting colloidal silver helpful for any condition and is it safe to use? I'm seeing it promoted for many applications.

Find out if there is evidence showing colloidal silver can help to treat infections, boost the immune system, help with arthritis and more, plus find out if colloidal silver can cause blue skin or other side effects.

Staying Healthy During the Coronavirus Pandemic -- Couple at Home, Looking Out the Window

How are you staying healthy during the coronavirus pandemic?

Tips for staying healthy during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Tips from ConsumerLab members for maintaining physical health, mental health and social well-being during COVID-19.

Is it true that NAC can help clear nasal passages?

Find out if N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) can help with post nasal drip & general sinus congestion and about supplements that may reduce cold symptoms.

The vision supplement I take is based on the AREDS2 formula, but it contains a lot of zinc -- 80 mg in the recommended daily serving. Is it necessary, and safe, to take this much zinc every day?

AREDS information on the safety of supplements containing high levels of zinc, including vision supplements.

What is the difference between cysteine and cystine?

Find out the difference between cysteine and cystine amino acids, including where each is found and their functions.

Is Esberitox effective for treating a cold?

Esberitox is promoted to boos the immune system, but can it really shorten the effects of the common cold?
Probiotics

Have you heard of the probiotic, Keybiotics? Does it do what it claims, and is it worth the money they charge?

Whole Body Research Keybiotics probiotic information, including its ingredients and possible cheaper alternatives.
Is it safe to fly and how can I avoid getting COVID-19? -- Man on Airplane With Mask and Hand sanitizer

Is it safe to fly and how can I avoid getting COVID when flying?

How to fly safely and avoid COVID-19. Tips to help you stay safe and protect others while flying during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Is liposomal vitamin C (sold as Lypo-Spheric) better than other forms of vitamin C?

Liposomal vitamin C information, including absorption facts and current evidence.
Does Heat Kill Coronavirus? -- Women Receiving Food Delivery

Does heat kill coronavirus (COVID-19)? Can it disinfect face masks and packages?

Find out if heat kills the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 that causes COVID-19 infection. Learn what temperature kills the coronavirus and more. ConsumerLab explains.
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Recalls & Warnings (73)

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2/21/2013

FDA and FTC Warn: Supplements Cannot Prevent, Treat Or Cure Cold And Flu
1/30/2013

Maker of Cold and Flu Supplement Warned For Making Drug Claims
9/05/2013

Seller of Herbal Supplements and "Tonics" Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
5/03/2013

Homeopathic Company Warned For Drug Claims and Improper Labeling
2/20/2013

Cold, Flu and Stress Supplement Company Warned For Adulteration, Drug Claims And More
9/26/2014

Seller Warned for Promoting Essential Oils to Treat Flu, MRSA, Measles and More
12/05/2018

Seller of Cold and Flu Supplements, "SuperFood" & More Warned by FDA
3/08/2016

Seller of Echinacea Warned Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
6/05/2020

Seller of CBD, Sleep Aids, and Cold & Flu Products Warned for Manufacturing Violations
10/18/2017

FDA Warns Seller of Arthritis, Blood Pressure, Diabetes Supplements For Making Drug Claims
6/07/2013

Maker of Colloidal Silver and Mushroom Extract Supplements Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
6/13/2013

Seller of Cardio, Immune, Greens Supplements and More Warned For Drug Claims
6/26/2015

Seller of CoQ10, Anxiety Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
8/29/2012

Herbal Supplement Company Warned For Medical Claims
2/11/2012

Herbal Sprays for Colds and Cold Sores Recalled
12/31/2020

FDA Warns Seller of Flu Immune
5/06/2014

Seller of Flaxseed, Ginkgo and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
4/12/2013

Zicam Advised Against Using Cold Prevention Claim In Advertising
9/08/2018

Homeopathic Oral Sprays Recalled Due to Possible Bacterial Contamination
1/11/2013

Consumers May Be Eligible For Cold, Allergy and Weight Loss Supplement Refunds
8/30/2012

Supplement Company Warned For Medical Claims and Misbranding Of Omega-3, CoQ10, Noni Juice And More
6/05/2020

LifeHealth Science Warned for Manufacturing Violations
7/08/2015

Marketer Prohibited From Promoting Mineral "Cure" For Autism
7/01/2014

Maker of Elderberry Concentrate Warned for Manufacturing Violations
12/05/2014

Maker of Immune Supplement Warned for Manufacturing Violations
11/14/2012

Maker of Vitamin C, Aloe and Sexual Enhancement Supplements Warned for Drug Claims and Misbranding
7/05/2012

FDA Warns Good Herbs Inc. of Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
6/01/2012

Homeopathic Manufacturer Settles False Advertising Suit

5/10/2012

Maker of Concentration, Pain, Immune and Cholesterol Supplement and More Warned For Drug Claims
12/17/2008

Airborne Settles Over False Advertising -- $7 Million to States

12/20/2002

U.S. Seizes Supplement Illegally Marketed for Virus and Cold Use; FDA Steps Up Activity Against Supplements with False Claims
6/20/2002

Canadian Warning on Use of Bejai Bowyantan for Infants

10/27/2004

Some Supplements Can Damage Eyes At High Doses and with Topical Use
6/07/2011

FDA Seizes Elderberry Juice Concentrate Due to Unproven Claims
8/09/2010

FDA Warns Against "Miracle" Mineral Supplement
10/17/2012

Herbal Supplement Company Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
9/18/2012

Maker of Noni, Nopal, Blood Sugar and Cholesterol Supplements Warned For Drug Claims, Misbranding, and Manufacturing Violations
11/26/2012

Court Injunction Halts Sale of Cholesterol, CoQ10, Progesterone, Prostate Supplements and More
1/12/2021

FDA Warns Seller of Turmeric, Ashwagandha, Glucosamine, and More

2/02/2021

FDA Warns Seller of Ginger, Echinacea, and More
7/14/2020

Sellers of Miracle Mineral Solution Criminally Charged With Making Coronavirus Claims
7/10/2020

Sundial Herbal Recalls More Than Sixty Products Including Turmeric, Cinnamon & Tea
6/02/2020

Sundial Herbal Ordered to Halt Distribution of Products
9/27/2014

Chinese Flu Product Poses Lead Poisoning Risk
4/23/2013

Seller of Digestion, Thyroid and Vitamin D Supplements Warned For Drug Claims
6/05/2018

FDA Warns Seller of Colloidal Silver
4/17/2020

Earth Angel Oils Warned for Coronavirus Claims
4/14/2020

Teami Tea Settles Charges of Unproven Claims and Deceptive Celebrity Endorsements
12/10/2019

Poisoning from Essential Oils Increasing
8/12/2019

Miracle Mineral Solution Is Dangerous, Warns FDA
7/27/2019

Herbal Doctor Remedies Recalls 43 Products
12/12/2014

Seller of Omega-3 "Syrup" Warned for Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
1/20/2016

Seller of Aloe, Moringa Supplements Warned for Manufacturing Violations, Drug Claims
9/18/2015

High Levels of Mercury and Lead Found in Ayurvedic Herbal Supplements
8/29/2017

FDA Warns Seller of Supplements for Allergies, Joint Pain, Bone Health, and More
6/10/2017

Seller of Prostate, Immune Supplements & More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
5/30/2017

Seller of Vitamin C, Calcium, Mushroom Supplements and More Warned for Manufacturing Violations
8/25/2018

Thirty-Two Children's Homeopathic Products Recalled

5/03/2013

Maker of Omega-3, Saw Palmetto, St. John’s Wort Supplements And More Warned For Manufacturing Violations and Drug Claims
5/10/2013

Maker of Concentration, Pain, Immune, Cholesterol Supplements Warned For Drug Claims
9/05/2014

Seller of "Nerve", "Cleanse" and Probiotic Supplements Warned for Drug Claims
5/23/2020

FTC Warns 50 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims

6/04/2020

FTC Warns 35 More Companies for Coronavirus Claims

12/17/2020

FTC Crackdown on Six Deceptive CBD Products
10/05/2012

Illegal Claims on Weight Loss, Immune System Dietary Supplements, and Few Backed by Clinical Data

7/15/2010

Supplement Company Pays $5.5 Million to Settle False Advertising Claims
6/21/2011

FDA Seizes Probiotics Over Marketing Claims
4/01/2004

Aloe Producer Recalls Product Due to Toxic Levels of Vitamin D
3/04/2008

Airborne Settles Lawsuit Over False Advertising of its "Miracle Cold Buster"
3/16/2006

Garden of Life, Maker of Primal Defense, Settles FTC Charges
10/06/2020

FDA Warns Seller of Red Yeast Rice, Vitamin D, Blood Pressure Supplements, and More
5/23/2013

Seller of Sexual Enhancement, Cholesterol, Resveratrol Supplements and More Warned For Drug Claims
6/09/2005

FTC Cracks Down on "HGH" Supplements; $20 Million in Consumer Redress
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Clinical Updates (5)

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Can a Multivitamin Reduce Colds and Flu?
Can regularly taking a multivitamin reduce the chance of getting a cold or flu, or lessen the symptoms and duration of illness among older people? Find out what a recent study showed in the What They Do section of the Multivitamin and Multimineral Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among multivitamins for women, men, seniors, children and pets.

Vitamin D Reduces Risk of Colds & Flu

A study released today shows that taking vitamin D in a certain way reduces the risk of cold and flu infections by up to 70%. The benefits are greatest for people very deficient in vitamin D. For details, see the "What It Does" section of the Vitamin D Supplements Review (which includes our tests of products) >>

Does Elderberry Help With Flu Symptoms?
Did giving Sambucol (an elderberry extract) to people diagnosed with flu reduce the severity or shorten the duration of symptoms? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Elderberry Supplements Review. Also see our Top Picks among elderberry supplements.

Vitamin D for Colds and Flu?
Does monthly high-dose vitamin D help prevent colds and flu or lessen symptoms in older people? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Vitamin D Supplement Review. Also, see our Top Pick for vitamin D.

What NAC (N-Acetylcysteine)
NAC is both a supplement and a drug used to treat conditions ranging from flu and chronic bronchitis to compulsive behavior. A recent study evaluated its use in preventing kidney injury during angiography (imaging of blood vessels). Get the results and learn more in the "What It Does" section of the NAC (N-Acetylcysteine) Supplements Review >> Also see our top choices among NAC supplements.
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