Tag: respiratory infections

Using NSAIDs during a cold may increase heart attack risk

Study co-author Dr. Cheng-Chung Fang, of the National Taiwan University Hospital, and colleagues recently reported their findings in The Journal of Infectious Diseases. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medications that help to alleviate pain by reducing inflammation. Ibuprofen and aspirin are examples of two commonly used NSAIDs, and many individuals use these medications to help […]

Study Concludes That Raw Milk Boosts Immunity and Prevents Colds

You’ve probably heard that milk is bad for your health. But a European study shows that raw milk can boost immunity, and prevent colds, viruses, and infections in children. Note that no such benefits were experienced in processed milk. In this study, researchers compared the effects of boiled fresh milk versus the effects of processed […]