By Sean Michael Hall, L.Ac.

There are two herbal formulas that have been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to prevent colds, flus and other viral and bacterial infections. One formula, Jade Screen (Yu Ping Feng San), is best taken preemptively on a daily basis for a month or two near the beginning of cold & flu season, as well as during times of higher stress. The other, Lonicera & Forsythia Formula (Yin Qiao San), is taken at the very first signs of cold or flu. Read more…