What are the myths about the common cold?

There are over two hundred identified viruses that can cause the common cold. Thus it is quite expectable that many myths will circulate around it, because of the variegated causes and cases. One of the worst myths is that the common cold is always caused by cold, so you see mothers scolding their children if they play in the rain or are building a snowman. Summer colds are also possible. One can only catch a cold if they are exposed to cold if paired with a weak immune system and stress. This is true in the case of babies and the aged.. It is also a much more effective manner of spreading germs by kissing the hand than by kissing on the mouth, unless you are going for a kissing competition. There is much more chance that you will repeatedly put your hand close to your nose and mouth therefore causing recurrent exposure.

Many think that sweating is bad for a common cold, thereby laying off sports. On the other hand, exercise actually boosts the immune system. Alcohol also, does not do anything to help common cold, except worsen it. During colds, it is necessary to eat more, but just the right things. Thus one can prevent the worsening of the symptoms.