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3 of My BEST Articles to Boost Your Defensive Qi for Cold Recovery and Prevention

March 18, 2016 April 17, 2020 / Common Cold / cold, common cold, flu / 3 minutes of reading

Did you know that when the seasons change you’re more susceptible to catching a cold? The fluctuating temperatures confuse your body, and the changing weather patterns are often accompanied by wind, which is considered one of the six pernicious influences that can cause disease. Fortunately, there’s something you can do to prevent a cold AND …

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What Color Is Your Snot? – Wind Cold vs. Wind Heat Infographic

January 28, 2014 April 17, 2020 / Common Cold / Chinese Medicine theory, cold, common cold / 1 minute of reading

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the color of your snot is a critical factor in diagnosing and treating the common cold. If you get the diagnosis wrong, you could actually prolong a cold by consuming the wrong herbs, foods and drinks. I’m proud and delighted to present my first ever infographic on, “What Color Is Your …

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