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Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Treating Exogenous Diseases (Lecture One)

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches to Treating Exogenous Diseases (Lecture One)

According to the “Huangdi Neijing” (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), “A good diagnostician observes color and pulses, first distinguishing between Yin and Yang.” In exogenous diseases, Yin and Yang primarily refer to distinguishing between cold and heat syndromes, which is particularly important.In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the treatment of exogenous diseases can be broadly categorized into … Read more

Understanding the Differences Between Wind-Heat and Wind-Cold Colds

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Understanding the Differences Between Wind-Heat and Wind-Cold Colds

As we welcome the last solar term of spring, Grain Rain (Gu Yu), the transition from spring to summer brings significant temperature changes, making it easy to catch a cold. Many people self-medicate when they catch a cold, but often they do not consider their symptoms and use whatever medication they have on hand. Sometimes … Read more

Home Remedies for Early Wind-Cold Common Cold

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Home Remedies for Early Wind-Cold Common Cold

01Introduction As winter begins, the warmth of home heating combined with the cold outside, along with the ongoing pandemic, makes it easy to catch a cold. Today, I will provide some information on what to do if you experience mild cold symptoms while at home. Colds can be classified into wind-cold and wind-heat types, which … Read more

How to Differentiate Between Wind-Cold, Wind-Heat, and Exterior Cold with Interior Heat Colds?

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How to Differentiate Between Wind-Cold, Wind-Heat, and Exterior Cold with Interior Heat Colds?

Recently, COVID-19 has swept across the country again, and for those who have been infected once, the symptoms upon reinfection have become increasingly mild. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the treatment for such relatively mild external pathogens still primarily employs methods for treating colds and seasonal flu. However, many people are confused about whether their … Read more

Understanding the Differences Between Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat Colds: Proper Medication Usage

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Understanding the Differences Between Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat Colds: Proper Medication Usage

Colds are a common ailment in daily life. Over-the-counter cold medications are a staple in most households. Often, taking medication can alleviate symptoms of a cold. However, sometimes medication does not seem to work, or may even worsen the condition. This raises the question of whether the “medication is inappropriate for the symptoms”. It turns … Read more

Top Ten Traditional Chinese Medicines for Wind-Cold Common Cold: Avoid Random Use of Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and Use According to Syndrome Differentiation

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Top Ten Traditional Chinese Medicines for Wind-Cold Common Cold: Avoid Random Use of Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and Use According to Syndrome Differentiation

To prevent not finding it next timeCommon cold is one of the most common diseases in our daily life. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the common cold is classified as an external pathogen (external evil) disease. According to clinical symptoms, the common cold is divided into four categories: wind-cold common cold, wind-heat common cold, seasonal … Read more

Differentiation Between Wind-Heat and Wind-Cold Common Colds and Commonly Used Medications

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Differentiation Between Wind-Heat and Wind-Cold Common Colds and Commonly Used Medications

The common cold can be differentiated into Wind-Heat (Feng Re) and Wind-Cold (Feng Han), which can be difficult for non-professionals to distinguish. When using medications, the confusion between cold and heat can lead to some individuals feeling better while others may experience adverse effects. Today, let’s explore how ordinary people can differentiate between Wind-Cold and … Read more

Symptoms of Wind-Cold Common Cold, Professional Combination Medications, and Precautions

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Symptoms of Wind-Cold Common Cold, Professional Combination Medications, and Precautions

Today is the 1553 th day of your companion at the pharmacy. The common cold is a frequent minor illness. Many people think that they can just go to the pharmacy and take some medicine, but this is not the case. The common cold can be classified into Wind-Cold and Wind-Heat types. If the type … Read more

How to Differentiate Between Wind-Cold, Wind-Heat, and Cold-Phlegm-Fire Type Colds? 17 Effective TCM Formulas for Symptomatic Treatment

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How to Differentiate Between Wind-Cold, Wind-Heat, and Cold-Phlegm-Fire Type Colds? 17 Effective TCM Formulas for Symptomatic Treatment

Recently, the temperature has dropped sharply, and many friends have caught colds. Many customers have come to the store seeking cold medicine. One major benefit of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) formulas for treating colds (excluding Western medicine components) is that they are less likely to cause drowsiness. However, TCM formulas must be matched to the … Read more

Understanding and Treating Wind-Cold Common Cold in Traditional Chinese Medicine

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Understanding and Treating Wind-Cold Common Cold in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Every winter, catching a cold has almost become a standard experience for many people… Actually, it’s not a big deal; for young people, even without medication, they can tough it out for a few days and recover on their own. However, the elderly and children should take it seriously to avoid lingering issues like cough … Read more