But to do this, a person only needs zinc in small amounts ... He said there is some truth that it can help possibly shorten the duration of a cold, but it is a “modest effect.” ...

“Most scientists and physicians at this point aren’t really thinking that zinc supplementation either will help to prevent colds or help to substantially shorten their duration,” Kohli told ...

Contrary to what people may think, zinc does not prevent colds but may help shorten the length and severity of a cold, says Melissa Prest, D.C.N., R.D.N., national media spokesperson for the Academy ...

does anything to help prevent a cold. However, once you have a cold, they may, vitamin C at a high dose, zinc, or echinacea, may shorten the duration of your cold. That's a big myth. Absolutely ...

does anything to help prevent a cold. However, once you have a cold, they may, vitamin C at a high dose, zinc, or echinacea, may shorten the duration of your cold. True! Chicken soup isn't going ...