Zinc is commonly taken as an #overthecounter #remedy for #colds, & with good reason. While it may not work right away, if you consume #zinc for five months you will reduce your risk of contracting a cold. Also, if you do get #sick, you will likely find yourself over the cold much quicker. This is because zinc can interfere with the process that causes #bacteria to back up in the sinus, so it has an #antiviral effect by #blockingbacteria.