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respiratory tract infections
Also known as: respiratory tract infections, respiratory infections, upper respiratory tract infections
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Immunity In Depth | Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu 4 facts
measurementA randomized, placebo-controlled trial of 617 nursing home residents aged 65 and older found that daily supplementation with 200 IU of synthetic alpha-tocopherol (90 mg of RRR-alpha-tocopherol) for one year significantly lowered the risk of contracting upper respiratory tract infections, such as the common cold, but had no effect on lower respiratory tract (lung) infections.
claimA higher body mass index (BMI) is associated with increased susceptibility to respiratory, gastrointestinal, liver, and biliary infections.
referenceA 2011 Cochrane review found no beneficial or adverse effects of iron supplementation on respiratory tract infections or diarrheal episodes.
perspectiveScientific evidence is currently too weak to advocate for the use of probiotics to reduce respiratory infections or improve vaccination response, particularly in the elderly.
A Comprehensive Review on the Therapeutic Properties of ... traditionalmedicine.actabotanica.org 4 facts
referenceA systematic review published in the journal 'Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine' concluded that Echinacea supplementation reduces the risk of developing respiratory tract infections and decreases their duration.
claimEchinacea is used for preventing and treating upper respiratory tract infections and supporting overall immune health.
referenceA. Schapowal published a study in 2015 in the journal Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift evaluating the efficacy and safety of Echinaforce® in the treatment of respiratory tract infections.
claimEchinacea (Echinacea purpurea), also known as purple coneflower, is a perennial herb native to North America used as an immune booster and to treat respiratory infections, common colds, and flu symptoms.
Parts of the Immune System | Children's Hospital of Philadelphia chop.edu 1 fact
claimIgD antibodies are found in the respiratory tract and at low levels in the blood, and may play roles in protecting against respiratory infections and preventing the immune system from attacking the body's own cells and tissues (self-antigens).
Medicinal plants: bioactive compounds, biological activities ... frontiersin.org 1 fact
claimUrbanization contributes to the spread of diseases like typhoid, tuberculosis, respiratory infections, and pneumonia due to overpopulation and unsanitary conditions.
Medicinal plants and human health: a comprehensive review of ... link.springer.com Nov 5, 2025 1 fact
claimAfrican traditional medicine has developed specialized treatment protocols for common ailments such as malaria, gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory infections, and skin conditions, often achieving therapeutic outcomes that rival or complement modern medical interventions.
Ethnobotanical study of food plants used in traditional medicine in ... link.springer.com Nov 26, 2025 1 fact
claimThe prevalence of anaemia treatment in Quitexe aligns with broader ethnobotanical trends in sub-Saharan Africa, where anaemia, respiratory infections, gastrointestinal disorders, and metabolic conditions are commonly managed through traditional medicine.
The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Your Body - Healthline healthline.com Aug 23, 2024 1 fact
claimSleep deprivation leaves individuals more vulnerable to respiratory infections like the common cold and flu.