According to the NHS website, you can often treat a cold without seeing a GP and should begin to feel better in about one to two weeks.
Cold symptoms come on gradually and can include a blocked or runny nose, a sore throat, headaches and muscle aches, among other symptoms.
But what remedies can be used to treat colds?
These are seven remedies to tackle colds, according to the NHS.
1. Rest and sleep
The NHS recommends rest and sleep to help conquer a cold.
2. Keep warm
Keeping warm is also recommended to remedy a cold.
3. Drink plenty of water
You should also drink plenty of water in order to avoid dehydration. Fruit juice or squash mixed with water is also ok.
4. Gargle salt water
You can also gargle with salt water to soothe a sore throat, but this is not suitable for children.