Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting Healthy Pure Living — it allows me to continue creating research-based natural wellness content for families. 🌿What Is the Common Cold? The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract. Contrary to popular belief, cold weather does not cause colds — viruses do. However, cold viruses thrive in cooler temperatures and low humidity, which is why we tend to see more colds in the fall and winter. There…