TCM Medicine and Food Homology in the Management of Post-COVID Disorders

    August 2023 in “ Frontiers in immunology ”
    C. Y. Ng, Bun H, Yan Zhao, Linda L. D. Zhong
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    Studysummary This review highlights the potential of TCM medicinal foods for managing post-COVID disorders and suggests they could provide a safe and efficient long-term therapy due to their milder nature.
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    The review explores the potential of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) "medicine and food homology" (MFH) in managing post-COVID disorders, which affect multiple organ systems and may require long-term treatment. TCM medicinal foods, which can be consumed as both food and medicine, offer a safe and effective therapeutic approach. The review identifies 34 potential MFH herbs and emphasizes the need for further research to understand their mechanisms of action and optimize their development and production. Integrating these natural remedies into modern medical practices could enhance patient outcomes, particularly for long-term effects like fatigue, gastrointestinal issues, and neurological symptoms.
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