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What does recnt research suggest about daily vitamin c supplements and the common cold?

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Dr. Steven Charlap answered

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Prevents not cures: Recent research shows that people with sufficient vitamin c levels have fewer colds in cold weather. Once a cold develops, it has no effect if you are not deficient.

Answered 7/15/2012

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