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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rod Minchin

Got a cold? Scientists discover a cheap sweet can reduce symptoms

Eating peppermints could offer a surprising benefit for those battling the common cold, new research suggests.

Scientists at Cardiff University found that consuming the sweets may help increase alertness when unwell.

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