Cold and Flu
The common cold and early stages of flu often involve an accumulation of acute heat and toxicity that affect the throat, sinuses and lungs. Symptoms commonly include fever, sore throat, cough, nasal congestion, thirst, headaches, dryness of the mouth and fatigue.
In Chinese medicine we call this “wind-heat”.
The use of herbs with natural antipyretic, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and expectorant/decongestant actions are used to eliminate heat and toxicity and relieve symptoms.
Specific acupuncture points are used to reduce fever and inflammation, benefit the throat, open the sinuses and stop coughing.
Chinese medicine is ideal for those want to avoid the use of anti-biotic medications and manage their symptoms naturally.
To book in your initial Chinese medicine consultation with Dr Rachel Berners(CM) at her Eltham or City practice, call Rachel on 0417325393.