Can ginger soup cure a cold?
Disease description:
If you are experiencing mild symptoms at the early stage of a cold caused by wind-cold invasion, treatment with ginger soup may be effective. Ginger has the functions of inducing perspiration, dispersing cold, and relieving exterior syndromes. Drinking ginger soup can help expel coldness from the body and alleviate symptoms such as chills, nasal congestion, and clear nasal discharge caused by wind-cold.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
In general, ginger soup can help alleviate symptoms of a cold. However, whether ginger soup can treat a cold depends on the specific type of cold and requires individual assessment.
If you have a mild case of wind-cold感冒 during its early stage, treatment with ginger soup may be effective.
If you have more severe types of colds, such as wind-heat感冒 or qi-deficiency感冒, ginger soup alone will not be effective. If symptoms persist, timely medical attention is advised.
Ginger has effects of inducing perspiration, dispersing cold, and relieving superficial symptoms. Drinking ginger soup can help expel coldness from the body and alleviate symptoms such as chills, nasal congestion, and clear nasal discharge caused by wind-cold感冒.
Maintain a healthy diet, avoid spicy and irritating foods, and engage in regular exercise to enhance your immune system.
