As the rainy season descends, so does the inevitable onslaught of sniffles, coughs, and general malaise. In this annual battle against the elements, we often find ourselves torn between two schools of thought: the modern, scientific approach championed by doctors, and the time-tested, traditional wisdom passed down by our grandmothers (or 'Dadis'). Let's explore this fascinating showdown and see where the best remedies truly lie.