Cold does not spare anyone. Children and the elderly are those who suffer the most. Cold remedies are almost as common as the common cold, but are they effective?

Nothing can cure a cold, but there are some remedies that might help ease your symptoms and keep you from feeling so miserable.

Given below are some common cold remedies:

Sip warm liquids
Relieve pain
Rest. Your body needs to heal
Stay hydrated
Soothe a sore throat
Combat stuffiness
Try over-the-counter (OTC) cold and cough medications.