Is there evidence that vitamin C helps with the common cold?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18742578
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Abstract

Vitamin C supplementation does not prevent the common cold in the general population but may slightly reduce its duration and severity, particularly under conditions of physical stress or with regular usage.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Vitamin C and Antioxidants Research Exercise and Physiological Responses Antioxidant Activity and Oxidative Stress

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
23 February 2026
Language
EN