Cold might be the scariest thing at the moment with no idea whatsoever to stay away from the same.

However, one need not panic as the expert offers a few tips that might keep the cold away.

Holly Phillips of WCBS-TV in New York the man behind the uphill task offers an hour-by-hour cold-fighting countdown, as stated by CBS News.

The first hour demands consumption of plentiful amount of fluids. Being hydrated lowers symptoms such as sore throat and stuffy nose, and at the same time pumps up the immune system.

The next best thing requires gargling warm salt water. The salt water helps lower inflammation and pain in the throat and at the same time wavers out the mucous content. The rinse at the same time helps get rid from the bacteria and viruses, which might aid in telling if one is catching cold or opt for prevention in the first place.

The next tip requires usage of saline nasal spray. Further studies on the same have shown that usage of saline nasal spray soon after cold symptoms might help lower the effect and at the same time stop the development of sinusitis after cold.

Last but not the least health experts advise to consume over-the-counter pain relievers or decongestants which prove to be promising in case of cold.