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    Crazy Cold Remedies that Really Work

    By | Healthy Living – Thu, Jan 10, 2013 4:22 PM EST

    Photo: Getty ImagesBy Dr. Mehmet Oz

    Umckaloabo Root Extract
    Used by Germans as a cure for respiratory woes. One study found that people with sinus infections who were treated with an herbal drug made from the plant's roots saw their symptoms nearly disappear in just three weeks.

    Ginger Tea
    Used in traditional Chinese medicine to calm sore throats and ease upset stomachs. It's also believed that ginger can act as a decongestant to clear nasal passages.

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    Hot Black Currant Juice
    Used by the Finnish to stifle sniffles and soothe the respiratory tract. Black currant berries are packed with vitamin C and other antioxidants that help boost your immune system to fight infection.

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