The common cold is an airborne virus that includes symptoms such as runny/stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, fatigue and lack of appetite. Western sensibilities have created an industry around products like acetaminophen and antihistamine but side effects can include drowsiness, constipation, dry mouth and even more serious effects like liver complications. Chinese herbal remedies target the root cause of the problem and regulate the flow of Qi in the lungs, expelling the virus from your body.