Cupping can fight colds by improving blood circulation, boosting immune function, and relieving muscle tension. Here are some common areas for cupping: 1. **Both sides of the spine**: Starting from the neck, along both sides of the spine to the waist, this area corresponds to multiple meridians in the human body, which can help relieve cold evil and improve the body's resistance to disease. 2. **Feishu points**: Located on both sides of the spine, corresponding to the lungs, cupping here can help relieve cold evil in the lungs and relieve cold symptoms. 3. **Pohu points**: Located on both sides of the spine, corresponding to the kidneys, cupping here can help warm the yang and benefit the kidneys, and improve the body's resistance. 4. **Scapula area**: This is the intersection of the body's meridians, and cupping here can help relieve tension in the shoulders and back and improve blood circulation. 5. **Abdomen**: Corresponding to multiple internal organs, cupping here can help improve the function of the digestive system and improve the body's overall health. Before cupping, you should pay attention to the following points: - Make sure the skin is clean and free of wounds. - Avoid cupping on areas with varicose veins, sensitive skin, or inflammation. - Take care of the skin after cupping to avoid infection. - For severe colds, it should be combined with other treatments and carried out under the guidance of a doctor. It should be noted that cupping is not a substitute for medical treatment, and severe colds still require timely medical treatment.