TCM Cures for the Common Cold and other Winter Ailments

Like any doctor, the Chinese herbal doctor would encourage us not to wait until we are sick to think of our health. Chinese medicine encourages a healthy lifestyle, and if we are not leading one, the benefits of the medicine are greatly reduced. Furthermore, if you think you will be exposed to illness, it is a good idea to start taking some mild medicine beforehand, as this will strengthen your system. Avoiding alcohol for hay fevers sufferers is also encouraged.

One warning that goes with herbal medicine is that like with any other medicine, mixing it with the wrong food or medicine can either reduce its effects or in some instances harm the health. This is especially true if the quantities you take are large. If you are regularly taking an herbal remedy it is extremely wise to advise your doctor in case he plans to give you something else. Also, if you buy from a knowledgeable pharmacist or TCM doctor, it’s a good idea to ask about what foods you should keep away from.

Herbal medicine diet: foods to avoid
Onion
The combination of onion, garlic andarrot
Soft-shelled turtle
Vinegar

So there it is, some tried and true herbal cures. If you do plan on cooking things up at home, I’d get recommendations on the quantity and the recipe before starting out. It may take some practice, but with a little time and hardly any money you can improve your health and ward off the usual bevy of winter ailments.

http://www.echinacities.com/