Can patients with a cold drink chrysanthemum tea?
Apr 23, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ren Yi
Introduction
Patients with a common cold can usually drink chrysanthemum tea, but its suitability depends on the type of cold and the individual's physical condition. For a wind-heat type cold, which typically presents with symptoms such as sore throat, fever, and headache, chrysanthemum—being cool in nature—can help clear heat, detoxify the body, and dispel wind-heat. Drinking chrysanthemum tea in moderation at this time may help alleviate discomfort. Additionally, chrysanthemum can help relieve dryness and sore throat caused by excessive internal heat.
Common cold patients can usually drink chrysanthemum tea, but whether it is suitable depends on the type of cold and the individual's physical condition. It is appropriate to drink chrysanthemum tea during a wind-heat cold, but not advisable during a wind-cold cold. If symptoms are severe or unusual, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed explanations are as follows:
If it is a wind-heat cold, symptoms typically include sore throat, fever, and headache. Chrysanthemum has a cooling nature and functions to clear heat, detoxify the body, and relieve wind-induced heat. Drinking chrysanthemum tea in moderation at this time can help alleviate discomfort. Chrysanthemum can also relieve dryness and sore throat caused by excessive internal heat.
If it is a wind-cold cold, especially in the early stages, symptoms often include chills, clear nasal discharge, cough with thin phlegm, and so on. Drinking chrysanthemum tea at this time may worsen internal coldness, prolong the illness, or increase discomfort. Additionally, individuals with a constitution prone to cold deficiency should also consume it cautiously even during the recovery phase of a cold, to avoid affecting the body's recovery.
Dietary adjustments during a cold are only auxiliary measures. If symptoms persist or worsen, timely medical attention should be sought to avoid delaying treatment.
