How to tell the difference between a cold and an allergy

Allergies are more common and are triggered by almost anything (Shutterstock)

Did you know that according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an adult should expect to have at least 2-3 colds a year? For children, even more times.

However, most people can’t still tell the difference between an allergy and a cold. Allergies are more common and are triggered by almost anything. You could be having an allergy even now.