This article is authored by Dr Ambrish Mithal, endocrinologist and chairman and head of endocrinology and diabetes, Max Healthcare, Saket, New Delhi.

"Vitamin E is important for the creation and support of T-cells, which help fight off viruses and bacteria," he explains.

Steam therapy, or steam inhalation, involves inhaling warm water vapour to expand the airways and facilitate mucus removal.

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A 2024 review, though, does explain that regular vitamin D supplementation (as an immune booster) reduces the incidence of respiratory infections, which can cause and worsen asthma attacks. Like any ...

Improper use of vitamin D supplements can lead to toxicity, calcium imbalance, and gastrointestinal issues. It is crucial to consult a healthcare provider before starting supplementation and to ...

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Vitamin D and Urinary Tract Infection ... Vitamin D to prevent acute respiratory infections. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2021 May;9(5):249-251. doi: 10.1016/S2213-8587(21)00075-9.