# Flu season is here: Our $13 pill-free hack to slam cold symptoms ‘melts the pain away’

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/flu-season-is-here-our-13-pill-free-hack-to-slam-cold-symptoms-melts-the-pain-away/
- Published: 2026-11-06T18:48:33+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-06T19:38:10+00:00
- Original publisher: New York Post (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://nypost.com/2026/11/06/shopping/our-13-natural-immunity-hack-to-stock-up-on-for-cold-and-flu-season/
- Topics: Cybersecurity, Entertainment, Technology, TV, World

## Key points

- Flu activity is rising earlier than last year across 39 states.
- The article spotlights a $13 propolis throat spray.
- Its benefits are supported here by claims and testimonials, not clinical evidence.

## Summary

Flu activity is rising earlier than last year, prompting a shopping article to recommend stocking up on seasonal supplies. It highlights a $13 propolis throat spray as a drug-free option that staff say soothed their sore throats, while noting the product’s benefits are based on brand claims and personal experience.

The article says flu activity was growing or likely growing in 39 US states, and test positivity reached 7.6% in the week ending 28 October, compared with less than 1% at the same point last year. The spray contains bee propolis; the brand says it supports immunity and soothes throats. The article advises consulting a doctor before using supplements, particularly for people with existing health conditions.

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