Cold And Flu

If you are noticing green snot in your tissue after blowing your nose, you may be wondering what it means. Read on to find out why your snot is green.

Health experts are aiming to dispel the myths surrounding timing of the flu vaccine. Here's what to consider to best protect you and your family.

Do you reach for a bowl of chicken soup when you're feeling sick? Research suggests there may be actual health benefits to soup that help you feel better.

Zinc is an important mineral, and it may reduce the risk of many major health conditions. But how does zinc measure up to treating the common cold?

The flu can take you out of your day-to-day activities pretty quickly. Here's the lowdown on the best and worst foods to guide you through the flu.

A new study reveals comparisons between the rate at which children have developed COVID versus the flu. Here's how it can impact young ones.

One food that many people might not think of when it comes to aiding a scratchy throat is scrambled eggs. Here are some of its benefits.

Milder symptoms of COVID-19 can be very similar to those of a common cold, flu, or even an allergy, and without testing, it can be difficult to tell them apart.

Coming down with a cold is no fun at all. Especially if you don't have medicine on-hand to ease symptoms. But maybe all you need is already in your pantry.

Cold water therapy — the practice of submerging oneself in water cooled to around 59 degrees Fahrenheit — has been used by humans for millennia.

Essential oils can be a beneficial addition to your health regimen, especially when you're fighting a cold virus. Peppermint oil can do wonders.

Every year, around 20% of Americans experience flu, and the average American adult experiences 2 or 3 colds. Fortunately, there are ways to reduce your risk.

Colds may seem relatively simple but it turns out that each one has four stages, and understanding each can help you see the light at the end of the tunnel.

When coughing, body aches, and fever come on suddenly, you may suspect that you have the flu. If you do, then what happens if you decide not to treat it?

At one point or another, we've all had a stomachache or abdominal pain, with two of its most common causes being heartburn and gallbladder issues.

The flu shot helps prevent the influenza virus. It changes annually depending on what scientists believe will be the most dominant influenza strain that year.

If you suffer from acid reflux, you might have tried eating less before bed, but could the answer to your pain lie in your choice of pillows?

Having cold hands from time to time is normal; however, having cold hands frequently or constantly can be an indicator of an underlying health problem.

Cold flashes can occur due to environmental factors, as well as internal ones, such as hormonal changes. Your mental health can play a role as well.

Pimples and cold sores can pop up unexpectedly and may have you wondering which one it is. Here's how to tell the difference between them and treatment methods.

Common colds, sometimes referred to as "head colds," are caused primarily by the rhinovirus, but there are more than 200 different viruses that can cause one.

The average adult can expect to catch about two or three common colds a year, but how long should these colds last, and when do they become cause for concern?

Cold weather can be a welcome change for many. But for those who suffer from inflammatory conditions, like arthritis, it can mean increased pain and discomfort.

While sweating is a natural and healthy body response, cold sweats may indicate a more serious health condition. Here are the causes and symptoms to look for.

Because many illnesses have similar symptoms, it's no wonder you find it confusing to diagnose a common cold. Avoid assumptions. Read on to get the facts.

Foods that you eat can make you colder or warmer ... and don't always create the effect you might expect!

Once a virus enters your system, it goes through an incubation period. During this time, it is unlikely that symptoms will present themselves.