Say goodbye to cold with home remedies

Winter may be on its way out, but the common cold is pretty much the year-long companion. Changes in weather lowers the immunity and increases the susceptibility to catching a cold but with a few handy, home remedies, its easy to fight the cold. Mohamed Rafiq, Principal Scientist, Research and Development Center, The Himalaya Drug Company, has shared a few simple remedies to cure a common cold and be healthy and rejuvenated through the season: Drink lots of liquid: It's important to stay hydrated as it helps break the congestion and keeps the throat moist, reducing irritation. Drink more than the usual eight glasses of liquid -- from water to tender coconut water, juices or soups.