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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Cool temperatures continue Saturday, warmer weather possible Sunday
It will be cold starting Sunday, but it will be brighter. Warmer temperatures will close out the weekend, with highs in the upper 60s. Marks will continue to climb again on Monday afternoon. Temperatures are in the 50s and will drop to the 40s. Make sure to take a jacket with you as you head out the door this evening. We will turn colder overnight; temperatures will fall around the 40-degree mark! It will be cold starting Sunday, but it will be brighter. Warmer temperatures will close out the weekend, with highs in the upper 60s. Marks will continue to climb again Monday afternoon, with highs expected to be back closer to normal. Much warmer air is expected by Tuesday, with highs jumping into the 80s through Thursday. Rain chances will return Thursday into Friday with the chance for storms. Make sure to check the forecast on Channel 11 News. Download the Severe Weather Team 11 app for updates and alerts. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
CNET
4 days ago
- General
- CNET
Sick? These Are the 7 Best Vitamins and Supplements for Shortening a Cold
While many people associate colds with the fall and winter seasons, you can get a cold any time of year. The CDC reports that on average, US adults have two to three colds each year, while children usually have more. Though there is no cure for the common cold, and antibiotics don't work against viruses, there are over-the-counter vitamins and supplements that can lessen your symptoms, shorten your cold's duration and even prevent colds from happening. Just make sure your doctor's aware. 7 over-the-counter supplements proven to shorten a cold There are plenty of supplements you can find at your local drugstore that can aid in knocking out a cold. Many of these are also great to take all year round for overall better health. These are the best vitamins for a cold and best supplements for fighting a cold. Elderberry People commonly reach for elderberry supplements when cold and flu season rolls around. Studies show that taking an elderberry supplement has been associated with shortening a flu. However, it should be noted that it won't prevent it or lessen the symptoms. The supplement has the potential to work much the same at the onset of a cold. Thanks to its antibacterial and antiviral properties, it may help get you back on your feet faster when a cold or flu knocks you down. Zinc According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, zinc supplements should be used with caution. Zinc should be taken orally, and it's been linked to shortening colds, especially if you take it right after cold symptoms start. However, many people take zinc intranasally, but this is not recommended. The NCCIH reports that this method of taking zinc has been proven to be dangerous and can lead to loss of smell. Zinc can also interact with antibiotics and penicillamine, so it is not recommended if you're on one of these medications. Some people have also experienced nausea when taking zinc. Echinacea There is little research on taking echinacea for colds. However, some studies report that taking echinacea not only lessened the likelihood of catching a cold but also shortened the length of colds. Other studies showed similar results, implying that taking echinacea when you catch a cold can help get rid of the cold faster than if you took nothing. This supplement is largely safe to take, though there is a potential for an allergic reaction. Vitamin C Vitamin C has been known to have a positive effect on shortening colds, though it is minimal, according to the NCCIH. In a study published by the organization, people who took vitamin C regularly didn't get colds any less frequently than those who didn't take it, but they did see less severe symptoms. It stands to reason that taking vitamin C on a regular basis can only have a positive effect on a cold, should you catch one. Taking too much vitamin C, though, has the potential to lead to gastrointestinal Pelargonium, a traditional medicine from Africa, has a rich history of being used to help fight illnesses. Studies have shown that taking pelargonium and its derivatives can reduce cold symptoms. One study showed that the earlier you took pelargonium after feeling cold symptoms, the more likely it was to fight those symptoms. Some over-the-counter cold medications have pelargonium in them, including Umcka Cold and Flu. Possible side effects include rash and pruritus (itching of the skin). Andrographis Andrographis is probably a supplement you haven't heard of before, but you can buy it in the supplement aisle at your drugstore. Some research on andrographis, an herb from South Asia, shows that when taken with ginseng, it can lighten the severity of a cold. When taken alone or with usual care, andrographis may shorten the duration of cough and for the throat. Possible side effects are also gastrointestinal, like the other diarrhea and vomiting. It's recommended to take the andrographis within 72 hours of feeling cold symptoms, and you could start seeing an improvement in symptoms in as little as two days. However, research suggests that it's more likely to take four to five days to see improvement. Vitamin D You might know about vitamin D's ability to support your bone health, but that's not all it can do. Some of vitamin D's other important powers are the ability to fight infection and boost your immune system. Studies show that taking a vitamin D supplement can stand up against the common cold and help it go away faster. These supplements can also fight off respiratory infections, which are another common illness people experience during cold and flu season. Risks of OTC supplements for colds Homeopathic remedies are hit or miss for people, but when it comes to the common cold, there aren't a whole lot of proven remedies to turn to. Natural treatments, like over-the-counter vitamin and mineral supplements, are a largely safe bet in trying to treat a cold. However, some of these, like zinc, can be problematic if not taken carefully. The most important thing to remember when taking OTC supplements is that you should consult your doctor -- especially if you have an underlying condition. Your doctor can help you pick out a natural remedy for your cold that will be safe for you. They can help you understand any risks that may be involved with each supplement and examine how they could potentially interact with any other supplements or medications you're taking. This is especially important to do if you're pregnant, as your doctor will want to monitor any supplements you're taking.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
The daunting reality of moving in with your in-laws: I'm a 42-year-old mother-of-four but around my in-laws I feel half my age
The mood that first Thursday evening in early January was bleaker than the cold outside. Surveying my four children's stricken faces, I worried we'd made a terrible mistake. My youngest, exhausted from her longer-than-ever school commute, sat pleading through tear-stained cheeks: 'When can we go home?' My teen and tween jostled for dining table space to do their homework; my third whispered in my ear that the shower door had just broken off.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
American expat exposes major flaw in Aussie homes: 'Everyone cops it'
Australia is generally considered to be a warm country, but most residents agree the winters can be bitterly cold, especially inside their own homes. Many will do anything they can to keep themselves warm — trying various internet hacks or simply living in their dressing gowns for many months of the year. With winter just around the corner, and temperatures seemingly dropping every day, an American expat living in Melbourne has exposed a major flaw with Aussie homes that makes them one of the worst in the world when it comes to one big issue. John Pabon, who has lived in Melbourne for the past six years, has called out Aussie homes for failing to meet minimum indoor temperature standards as outlined by the World Health Organisation. What's worse, nowhere in the country is seemingly immune to feeling the cold in winter, with Pabon telling Yahoo, "everywhere in Australia cops it". "Australian homes are among the coldest in the world according to the UN," Pabon explained. The World Health Organisation outlines that the recommended minimum temperature inside a home is 18 degrees Celsius, but startlingly, more than 80 per cent of Aussie homes fall short of this requirement, with average winter temperatures in Australia being 16.5 degrees, and some homes in our coldest states averaging just 10.9, according to a study by the Australian Centre for Housing Research. Pabon told Yahoo he moved to Melbourne six years ago after spending a decade living in China and was astounded by how cold it truly was — forcing the sustainability consultant to wear a robe all day and have the heaters on to keep warm. "In Shanghai, you can deal with the house being chilly," he said of the developing country. "But coming here, I didn't think I'd have to go through the exact same thing." 🏕️ Campers and locals relish incredible scenes in rural Aussie town 🌨️ Photos show incredible overnight transformation at Aussie camping spot ❄️ Canadian expat slams major problem with Aussie houses: 'So bad' Speaking of Australia's homes, he described them as "leaky" with "substandard construction" and "the insulation is not right". Addressing the root cause of the issue would be a "massive amount of money". This fact leaves vulnerable Aussies, including those who are older, have a disability and those facing housing insecurity are at higher risk. The finding is based on a sample of 100 homes across New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia. Residents tracked household temperatures during a winter period in 2022. One Adelaide Hills resident even told the ABC it was warmer in her fridge than the rest of the house. Cold indoor temperatures can make other problems, such as mould worse, and can even affect our mental health. "This actually has detrimental effects," Pabon said. "If you're cold, you'll be miserable, but if you're a vulnerable person or younger or sick, a cold house with rising damp won't be amazing." Pabon said some of the tools he's used to keep warm in winter in a cold Melbourne house include a door snake, or something to block out air leaks. "Some people have put things on their windows," he explained. Last year, one Bunnings shopper revealed a clever hack using bubble wrap to insulate their windows. He also advised "heating yourself first" before trying to warm the room with the right clothing and blankets. Pabon isn't the only person to decry Australia's cold winters, with Canadian expat previously marvelling at the way Aussies cope with the drop in temperature. Alexandra Tuohey pointed out that there are three specific clothing items, which she dubbed "indoor thermal wear", that many Aussies buy and wear inside their homes to brave the cold in ill-equipped housing. "The Australian homes are so cold that they actually invented their own new type of clothing, indoor thermal wear," she said on social media. The items include the Oodie, ugg boots and a puffer jacket. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
News24
20-05-2025
- Climate
- News24
Snow looms with isolated showers, damaging winds across SA
The South African Weather Service has warned of partly cloudy and cold to cool w...
