Time, Rest, Fluids: Since the common cold is caused by a virus, your body's immune system needs time to fight the infection and get you over the symptoms. You can support your body's immune system with plenty of rest, enough sleep, adequate hydration (drink lots of healthful fluids), and maintaining good and sound nutrition.
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