In Traditional Chinese Medicine, colds and flu are an “exterior” condition. This means some pathogen from the outside (influenza virus, cold) is attacking the body. Traditionally, the pathogen attacks the Lung organ system in TCM.
The individual’s immune system needs to be strengthened in order to prevent illness. There is no one-size-fits-all treatment given in TCM; each treatment is modified to that individual’s needs. However, there are some aspects of TCM that are commonly used in this holistic approach.
Herbs, Acupuncture, diet and lifestyle recommendations are just a few.