Q If I take an autumn tonic, does the benefit last all through winter, or does it wear off after a month?
A The prescription period is usually 4 to 8 weeks, and the constitutional improvement can last for months, though it's ideal to replenish again before the next season begins.
Detailed Answer
Replenishing Lung yin and fluids in autumn lays the groundwork for getting through the dry winter well. In the short term, respiratory dryness symptoms tend to ease after about 4 weeks; in the longer term, overall seasonal immunity strengthens. Rather than expecting one prescription to have permanent effects, it's better to check in on your body each season.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
Formulas from the Gyeongokgo family replenish both Lung and Kidney, which also helps prevent winter cold sensitivity. A helpful pattern is taking a seasonal tonic twice a year (spring and autumn) as a baseline, with an extra dose during summer or winter if energy is especially depleted.
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