Dr. Leung's Health Tips
 

Cold and Flu Season Tips:

It’s that time of year again!  Why not try these simple and safe treatments for relief of cold and flu symptoms?

Vinegar or Sodium Bicarbonate Solution (5%) - Simply prepare a 5% solution of either vinegar or sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) in boiled and cooled water.  Use either one but not both.  Apply 2-3 drops into each nostril every 3 hr, 6 times a day.  Best results are obtained if started as soon as symptoms appear.  The alkaline solution is superior to the vinegar solution. LCHN Newsletter 8-Page 3

Green Tea and Gypsum – Heat 3 g of green tea with 6 g of gypsum in an oven or pot until crispy dry.  Grind together to a fine powder.  Disperse the fine powder mixture in warm boiled water. Add a little honey and drink the mixture. LCHN Newsletter 14-Page 2

Black Tea and Honeysuckle- Boil 6 g of black tea with 20 g of honeysuckle flower buds (available in Chinese herb shops or food markets) for 20-30 minutes.  Strain and add an adequate amount of sugar. Drink the tea once daily for 2-3 days.  LCHN Newsletter 14-Page 2

Black Tea and Ginger- Briefly boil 7 g of black tea with 10 slices of fresh ginger.  Drink the tea after meals.  This is also reportedly good for coughs that accompany cold and flu.  LCHN Newsletter 14-Page 2

For additional health tips visit Traditional Remedies.

*Although we recommend always using the original herbs whenever possible, you may find commercial products to be more convenient.  Remember that herbs are a wonderful natural source for healing, improving and maintaining health when used properly.  But be sure to always use the correct herbs.  Although the herbs I recommend are generally tonic in nature and thus have a long, safe use history, it is always a good idea to check with your healthcare professional if you take Western medications at the same time.