* [[Echinacea]] is a popular herb used to reduce the symptoms and duration of the common cold.
* Yin Qiao is the premier Chinese herbal formula for treating the initial stages of colds and flu.
* The most commonly indicated homeopathic medicine for the first stage of colds with watery nasal discharge is Allium cepa. Children often respond well to homeopathic Pulsatilla, especially if the nasal discharge is becoming a little thicker.
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