Accidentally eating contaminated food or experiencing an allergic reaction can cause serious discomfort. While seeking medical attention is crucial, certain traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) remedies may help provide first aid and relieve symptoms.
Food poisoning cases frequently make headlines. In November 2024, a major E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s locations across the United States was suspected to have been caused by contaminated onions. The outbreak resulted in more than 100 infections, with at least 34 hospitalizations and the death of one older adult. Another incident involved at least 48 people falling ill after eating E. coli-contaminated organic carrots, leading to 20 hospitalizations and one death.
