Chinese Herbal Strategies for Cold and Flu

Traditional Chinese Medicine offers elegant and nuanced perspectives on how to approach self-care during a cold or flu. Presented first by Zhang Zhong Jing in the late Han Dynasty, circa 20-200 A.D, a teaching called “The Six Stages” serves as an excellent guide for those looking to choose effective herbal support. In this class, we will explore the Six Stages in detail and learn how to choose the most effective herbs for each stage. In addition, we will discuss how the five Chinese elements affect our health throughout the seasons, as well as illuminate some amazing botanical allies specific to the autumn and winter seasons.

Jim Nymeyer has been a clinical herbalist for over 10 years, a graduate of the East West School of Herbology in California. Jim, along with his wife and colleague Stephanie, own Jade Forest Wellness in Billings, Montana. Through one-on-one consultations, group lectures, and workshops, they work to empower people towards improving their health naturally and holistically. Jade Forest Herbs—a division of Jade Forest Wellness—is a full-service herb shop located within Barjon’s Books in downtown Billings. It features hundreds of botanicals from around the world—all carefully sourced and scientifically tested to assure safety and quality.