Dr Amir Khan has suggested that a 5p pill could be beneficial in combating a cold, claiming it can help shorten the duration of illness, a statement supported by some research studies.

On his new podcast show, No Appointment Necessary, alongside co-host Cherry Healey, the NHS GP shared this useful tip as we approach the height of the cold and flu season. Dr Khan is a renowned health expert who frequently features on television programmes such as ITV's Good Morning Britain , Lorraine, and This Morning , as well as BBC's Morning Live.

He also serves as an NHS GP at a practice in Bradford.

In the UK, colds are especially common during the autumn and winter months, typically from September to March. While it's possible to catch a cold at any point throughout the year, approximatel

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