Every mother and grandmother seem to have an old wives tale about how to banish our winter nemesis, the common cold. Elle's grandmother recommends wearing a woolen singlet (preventative), Kate's swears by steaming over a bowl of boiling water and my mother never fails to suggest vicks vaporub under the toes, covered with a pair of socks. However, it seems these days, we've resorted to remedies with a little more chemical kick. If you're not into downing pseudoephedrine, we've asked some of ...