AMA #13: Winter Months & Sickness, Wim Hof Breathing & Stressors
Huberman Lab
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Fever helps to kill Colds and Flus
The body's core temperature is linked to susceptibility to cold and flu, and fevers triggered by colds and flus are the immune system's attempt to destroy the viruses. Lowering a fever with medication can potentially allow the virus to proliferate more readily, as fevers are designed to combat viruses. However, it's important to note that highly elevated body temperatures can be dangerous to the brain and body, and there is a limited upper range of temperatures before self-damage occurs.
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