Tips to avoid coughs and colds

Make sure you don't get the sniffles with these simple tips to avoid coughs and colds

Annabel Karmel's fruity chicken curry

Make sure you don't get the sniffles with these simple tips to avoid coughs and colds

Tips to avoid coughs and colds

A recent study found that zinc supplements can reduce the length of a cold and make its symptoms less severe. You'll need to take a supplement within a day of getting a cold for it to work. You can get 100 zinc tablets for £5.49 from hollandandbarrett.com

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Adult OCD washing hands hygiene

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We're not saying you smell! Washing your hands is one of the best and easiest ways of stopping viruses getting to you. Get expert advice about hand washing

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Garlic - the superfood

Garlic can be a real turn-off to some people, but it is one of the most powerful anti-bacterial and anti-viral nutrients around. If you find the taste too strong, you can always take it in tablet form. More recipes and tips for garlic.

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