cold-ez lemon & honey
cold & flu aid lemon & honey cold-ez lozenges
12 Lozenges & 1kg bags
Lemon and Honey Cold-ez Lozenges are packed with the nutritional goodness of zinc and vitamin C, key nutrients for the functioning of the immune system, and propolis, which contains a natural antibiotic. These Cold-ez Lozenges may bring immediate benefits of soothing the throat, relieving cold symptoms.
Each Lemon and Honey Cold-ez Lozenge contains: Zinc (gluconate) 5mg, Vitamin C 50mg, Propolis* 25mg, Echinacea purpurea* 200mg, Astragalus* 25mg, Olive Leaf* 100mg. In a base of sugar, glucose syrup, honey, natural lemon flavour and water. *Some extracts used.
NO ADDED YEAST, SALT, ARTIFICIAL COLOURING, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOURING OR PRESERVATIVES.
Suggested Use: Take up to 3 Cold-ez lozenges daily as soon as you recognise a cold coming on.
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Cautions: Care should be taken by people who may have allergies to bee products and herbs. Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women.