Stomach Flu RemediesChinese herbal stomach flu remedies are a safe, natural solution for stomach flu. There are a number of ready-made remedies commonly used in stomach flu treatment by practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). As these remedies are ready-made they are for general use, however they are very effective if you take the right one as soon as you feel you are getting sick. One such remedy for stomach flu, listed below, is well known as a traveler's stomach flu (and food poisoning) remedy. Stomach Flu Causes Stomach flu, or gastroenteritis, can come from viruses, bacteria, parasites, food poisoning, food allergies and other causes. Most people recover on their own through rest and fluids, however stomach flu can cause serious problems like dehydration. In such cases you should see a doctor. Typical stomach flu symptoms include:
TCM and Stomach Flu In certain situations anyone can get a bout of stomach flu but it is often people with a weak digestive system that get sick. Or, according to TCM, they may have specific organs that are not functioning properly, usually due to poor diet. If your diet is unbalanced, in time your digestive organs will be unbalanced making you more likely to get stomach flu and other digestive problems. Diet According to TCM, the typical Western diet is generally unhealthy because of too much meat, processed foods, fried foods, sweets, alcohol, coffee, fruit juice, chilled or iced drinks and cold, raw food. This and a lack of fresh, natural foods, particularly vegetables, causes not just digestive imbalances but imbalances and ill health throughout the body. Stomach Flu Treatment Apart from getting plenty of rest and fluids there are, as mentioned above, numerous Chinese herbal stomach flu remedies that can stop stomach flu symptoms, speed up your recovery and re-balance your digestive system. Once very common remedy for stomach flu, and other digestive ailments like food poisoning, is Po Chai Pills. To work well it must be taken as soon as the first symptoms appear. It can also be taken as a preventative and taken by children. It is for general use in stomach flu treatment though and may not work well for everyone because in TCM there are several different organ imbalances that may be involved. Chinese Medicine Diagnosis If you often get stomach flu or you are having trouble getting over a severe bout of stomach flu you most definitely need to be looking at your diet. I also recommend you visit a TCM practitioner for a TCM diagnosis and an individualized herbal prescription. This is the most effective way to take Chinese medicine. If you have questions about Chinese herbal stomach flu remedies let me know. For help finding a TCM practitioner see the FAQ page and for more info on diet see my Chinese Diet Report.
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