Cough and Cold is a natural reflex that affects upper human body parts like(upper respiratory system, runny nose , throat etc.). Coughing is a productive symptom that clears the breathing passage in response to irritants. It's a seasonal and environmental allergy that is the most common cause of cough and cold. Cough is a common reflex action and it also occurs when any external particles enter our airways. Apart from the seasonal changes there are other factors that can cause cough and cold.

Causes Of Cough And Cold
There are many ways a person can be affected by cough and cold. Here are some listed:
Allergies which involve the nose or sinus.
Lung infections like pneumonia or acute bronchitis.
Allergy from strong smells likes( perfumes and cleaners)
Whooping cough ( also called pertussis)
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease( COPD) and other lung conditions.
Asthma ( especially in children)
Postnasal drips
Certain types of medication like high blood pressure medicine.

Natural Remedies For Treatment Of Cough And Cold
Medicines and cough syrups are provided by the doctors for betterment but in addition there are certain natural remedies that a person follows at home and feels better. Here are some:

Blow Your Nose In Proper Way
When a person feels cold it is important to blow his nose regularly in a proper way because when you blow hard pressure can carry the germs back into your ear passages which causes earache. The best way to blow your nose is to press a finger over one nostril gently while blowing to clear the other.

Gargle With Warm Saltwater
A simple remedy for soothing a sore throat and reducing the cough. Mix half teaspoon of salt in warm water and gargle it for some seconds before spitting it out. Repeat this process several times a day, it helps to reduce throat inflammation and break the mucus.

Use Of Honey
Honey is loaded with antimicrobial properties that not only heavenly use for taste buds but also it helps to ease sore throat. It is an effective cough suppressant. Honey provides relief from chest congestion by loosening mucus and helping it to come out. Take a teaspoonful of honey before going to bed at night to reduce the severity of cough.

Sip Of Tulsi Tea
Tulsi is known as “ Queen of Herbs” and “ Mother Medicine of Nature”. Tulsi leaves help to improve the ability of the immune system to fight against the common cold and cough. It boosts the production of antibodies which protects the internal system from many infections. Chew the tulsi leaves in the morning and make kadha by adding the tulsi leaves, ginger and black pepper powder in water and boil it. Take this kadha multiple times a day and you feel better.

Hot Drinks ( Ginger, Cinnamon And Turmeric)
Ginger, Cinnamon And Turmeric are potential ingredients with anti-inflammatory and anti- bacterial properties. Take a piece of ginger, some cinnamon and a pinch of turmeric and put in water and boil it, after boiling strain it and a teaspoonful of honey and drink it several times in a day to relieve congestion and promote healing.

Take Hot Shower (Steam Shower)
Wet coughs which produce a lot of mucus may improve with taking a steam shower. The warmth and humidity from a steamy shower can moisturize your nasal passage and make you feel relaxed.

Use Of Menthol Salve Under Your Nose
Take a small dab of menthol and camphor made salve and put it under your nose. It can help in opening the breathing passage and soothing the irritated skin under your nose. Menthol and camphor have mild numbing ingredients which helps in relieving pain under the nose.

Eats Infection Fighting Food
Eat the food which contain lots of vitamins, zinc, minerals when you fight against cold and cough like:
Bell peppers which contain vitamin-C
Blueberries which are high in natural aspirin that help give relief in ache and pains
Carrot that contain beta carotene
Mustard may help in to break up the mucus in air passages
Onions contains the phytochemicals which helps the body to clear bronchitis and other infections
Black and Green tea have catechin ( phytochemical) that have natural antibiotics and antidiarrheal effects

Conclusion
When you are dealing with cold and cough or other respiratory infections it wants more immediate relief. Cover your mouth with tissue when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands regularly or use alcohol based sanitizer. If you feel that your condition would be serious then it's better to take proper prescription from doctors and take medications.