Pediatrician Dispels Myths on Cold & Flu Home Remedies
Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency room physician, debunks popular home remedies for cold and flu, highlighting their ineffectiveness and potential risks. She explains that methods like putting onions or potatoes in socks or under beds, and inserting garlic in the nose, do not draw out toxins or alleviate symptoms and can even pose health risks, especially to pets. Dr. Martin advises against these practices, suggesting that consuming nutritious foods like soup is more beneficial.