With spring in full swing, it can be difficult to identify the culprit of your runny nose, itchy throat and congestion. While colds and seasonal allergies share several symptoms, they have distinct differences that can help inform your approach to wellness. Seasonal allergies are triggered by environmental allergens like pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds. Because the common cold is caused by a virus, the immune system follows a fairly predictable response, resolving wit