🔖 Save this post for the next time you're feeling under the weather. COVID-19, the flu, and a cold can feel a lot alike, but there are some clues that may help you tell them apart. 🔍 The flu usually hits suddenly, while COVID-19 and colds tend to come on more gradually. A new loss of taste or smell is more common with COVID-19, while a runny nose or sore throat is more typical of a cold. 🤧 Keep in mind, this chart is a resource, not a diagnosis. If you have trouble breathing or your symptoms aren't improving, contact a doctor. And if you do have a cold or the flu, some home remedies may help ease your symptoms. Comment "REMEDY" and we'll DM you 15 to try. 💬 #coldandflu #fluseason #covid19 #homeremedies #sickday Before you read it, we reviewed it. Article Medically Reviewed By: Cynthia Taylor Chavoustie, MPAS, PA-C Article Review Date: 6/13/2025 Source: Jovinally, J. (June 13, 2025). Cold and Flu Home Remedies. Healthline. healthline.com/health/cold-flu/home-remed...