What can Chinese Medicine do for the common cold? Is there a cure? According to Chinese Medical theory, no colds are alike and there are many ways to treat them. Receiving Acupuncture and Chinese herbal remedies at the onset of a cold can greatly speed up the recovery process and diminish cold and flu symptoms. A Chinese Medical practitioner will perform a differential diagnosis by looking at the tongue, feeling the pulse and inquiring about the signs and symptoms. Depending on the type of cold, acupuncture is performed to increase and circulate what is called the "defensive Qi" and dispel pathogens. Chinese herbs aid the immune system by reducing fever, relieving cough and sneezing, and eliminating body aches.just to name a few of their functions.

The benefit of receiving Chinese Medical care for the common cold is that it ultimately strengthens your immune system so that you catch colds less often. A Chinese Medical practitioner can tell you in advance what kinds of dietary and lifestyle modifications you should make to align yourself with seasonal and weather changes so that you are healthier and happier year round. The flu season? You don't have to be affected by it! This is the strength of Chinese Medicine - preventive care and health rejuvenation.