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This fruit has clear nutritional benefits — but there’s little evidence it can prevent or treat illness
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Certain medicines and home remedies like ginger, honey and thyme can help calm a cough
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Symptoms can overlap and be hard to distinguish, but there are some telltale differences
Resting, staying hydrated and taking over-the-counter medicine can help you recover quickly
Correct positioning is one of the keys to getting the best results
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