During chilly weather, some people put on many layers of clothing to stay warm. Although their body may feel warmer—their hands and feet might remain cold. From a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) perspective, this is seen as a typical phenomenon of insufficient “qi” (vital energy) and blood.
Many Chinese herbal medicines can replenish qi and blood, which can help improve symptoms such as cold hands and feet, fatigue and weakness, and irregular menstruation. However, TCM practitioners remind us that when taking supplements, one should pay attention to whether the medicinal remedies are right for each individual body—what works for one person may produce a completely different result for another….