Zinc

Fresh off the press, breaking news today….

It is speculated that Zinc can be effectively used to treat the common cold.

We all know Zinc as a ‘pseudo’ transition element (is it a transition element or not? Why?)

But now, researchers are claiming that Zinc lozenges of Zinc syrup can be used to treat the common cold.

And the problem?

Well, there are some side effects (nausea, vomiting) and it cannot be used long term (Zinc poisoning) and nobody is quite sure what makes an effective dose.

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So watch this space, next time you go to the doctor with a bad cold you may be prescribed a course of zinc treatment! 😆