The surprising foods that can cure a cold

By News Staff

Posted Feb 11, 2014 6:46 am.

This article is more than 5 years old.

Sauerkraut could keep you cold free this winter.

A new study found fermented foods including pickles, and blue cheese can help alleviate allergies, coughs and colds.

Researchers say fermented foods act as a natural probiotic supplement boosting the immune system.

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