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Will exposure to the sun help with common cold?
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NO: While it may feel pleasant, it will not cause the cold to resolve any quicker.
Answered 9/13/2015
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Maybe.: Sun exposure treats seasonal blues, so whatever your cold symptoms are, they will bother you less after a day out in the sun.
Answered 9/28/2016
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