Think Zinc !

I did it with COLD-EEZE.

Yep. I was putting my son on the school bus one day. One of the other moms that was with me noticed that I had a mean cough that I had for a few weeks. Usually, when I get a cold, I develop first a sore throat for a few days, followed by a couple of sneezes. By then, the sore throat is gone, but then I’m left with a cough that may last for weeks or even months afterwards.

Karen, who is my neighbor, gave me Cold-Eeze to try. But she explained that the best way for Cold-Eeze to work is to take them at the initial stages of the cold, In my case, the sore throat stage is the initial stage. I found this to be true.

The very next time, I came down with a cold, I started up the Cold-Eeze. All you do is suck on them like they were cough drops, but you have to take them continuously every 3-4 hours. Sometimes, I use the whole package and I’m usually better by the second or third day. I’ve done this for a few years now, and even though I sometimes get the beginning of a cold with a sore throat, the Cold-Eeze knocks it right out. I haven’t had a full-blown cold in a few years now.

You can buy Cold-Eeze in any pharmacy anywhere.

From the Cold-Eeze web page:

The Original One of a kind Zinc Cold Remedy in Cherry flavor. Shown in a series of clinical studies at leading research institutes, COLD-EEZE reduced the duration of the common cold by 3 to 4 days. Other cold remedies treat symptoms but do not shorten colds. They also have unwanted and sometimes dangerous side effects. The COLD-EEZE® theory: Attack the cold virus. 80% of colds are due to the rhinovirus. Rhinoviruses have a negative (-) molecular charge. Zinc ions have a positive (+) molecular charge. Zinc ions are attracted to the rhinovirus like metal filings to a magnet. They keep the rhinovirus from effectively reproducing. Other forms of zinc are sold as dietary supplements to aid the immune system. However, only ionizing zinc delivered to the mucosal surface have shown positive clinical results. Because of its unique formula, COLD-EEZE® delivers 92% +/- (3%) of its available zinc ions to the mucosal surface. Common pharmaceutical sweeteners such as sorbital, mannitol, ascorbic and citric acids will render it unable to ionize. These pharmaceutical sweeteners are not present in COLD-EEZE®, but are present in most other zinc products. Check all labels before purchasing. No other cold remedy has the COLD-EEZE® clinically proven formula. Shown in a series of clinical studies to reduce the duration of the common cold.

delete reply strongwilledwoman wrote on Dec 1, ’07 I have also used these for years and they work wonderfully. I also do vitamin c. Zinc is good for your hair too. Thanks for reminding me of them as I need to get a box before the cold virus hits our home.

delete reply philsgal7759 wrote on Dec 1, ’07 OK when did you start working here LOL But yes these things work well

delete reply redheadgirl4 wrote on Dec 1, ’07 Wow I’m not sure if I can get that here in Canada, but I’ll look for it. I can use all the help I can get, so thanks for the tip. Hugs!

delete reply papahere wrote on Dec 2, ’07 Colds or any respiratory infection is a serious problem to me often creating a sinus infection that can last weeks…I will try them and see if it works..Thanks. Papa

edit delete reply lauritasita wrote on Dec 2, ’07, edited on Dec 3, ’07 Cathy, try to find them – they really worked for me. You should be able to find them in Canada. You don’t need a prescription, and there’s really no side effects. Some people may get a little upset tummy, but nothing serious has ever been reported. Print out this page and bring it with you the next time you go to the  drug store.

delete reply sanssouciblogs wrote on Dec 3, ’07 Zinc is the key ingredient, you can try that too.

edit delete reply lauritasita wrote on Dec 4, ’07 It’s great, I haven’t been sick in years.

delete reply suburbanmama wrote on Dec 4, ’07 I’ve also been a Cold-Eeze fan for years. Have you tried their new product Organix Cough and Sore Throat Drops? They were perfect for my sore throat and they come in Dark Chocolate Mint — yum!

edit delete reply lauritasita wrote on Dec 4, ’07 No, I haven’t heard of Organix Cough and Sore Throat Drops. How long have they been out ? I will look for them! Do they have zinc in them, too?

delete reply laura1may wrote on Dec 8, ’07 I must confess that I allow nature to take its course and my immune system, which I keep in tip top shape through regular eating, to eradicate the virus in its own way.