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Common colds and flu are always an issue during the cooler months.  However, cooler months isn't just the winter months; Autumn and Spring also are cold producing months.  There is a way you can help keep the colds at bay and reduce the time of colds for you and your family.

Often times when researching homepathic means of cold suppression I have found that Echinacea is recommended more than vitamin C.  However this does not mean that Echinacea is more effective.  In reading many reports regarding both, they can pack a powerful punch to fighting off colds and limiting the time and symptoms during a cold. 

Echinacea is most effctive when taken before a cold hits, although it can be taken when the first symptoms appear.  When taken regularly Echinacea will help fight off those colds.  Equally Vitamin C has great benefits for fighting off colds as well.  The best part is they can be taken simultaneously.  With vitamin C you can increase your dosage when symptoms arise to get rid of them quickly. 

Echinacea isn't just for adults.  If you have young children, try a product such as Nutrition Now's Rhino C Plus Echinacea gummies.  They also have lollipops with vitamin C and Echinacea.  This product ahs helped our children immensely.  Even if your childrne are not likely to be sick, try giving them Echinacea and vitamin C starting a week before an event or vacation where they will be exposed to many people and many germs like co-ops, camping, playgrounds, field trips, theme parks, bday parties, etc. 

For your teens and yourself, there are several companies who make Echinacea and vitamin C supplements.  Choose what product you like best, but make sure to take it!  When fighting off colds and flu, don't think Echinacea vs. Vitamin C; think Echinacea AND Vitmain C.

These are my thoughts.