Herbs that can be used for Respiratory diseases

What are Respiratory diseases?

Respiratory diseases refer to several disorders that affect the organs and tissues of the respiratory system, resulting in impaired breathing. The most common respiratory diseases are

  • Asthma
  • Bronchitis
  • Emphysema
  • Cystic fibrosis
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonary edema
  • Lung cancer

Symptoms of Respiratory Diseases

The symptoms of respiratory diseases naturally depend on the type of disorder the patient is suffering from. The table below depicts the symptoms of some of the commonly met respiratory ailments.

Symptoms of Asthma

  • Chest tightness and pain
  • Dyspnea
  • Wheezing sound
  • Frequent coughing, especially at night
  • Breathlessness while eating, sleeping, and speaking.

Symptoms of Bronchitis

  • Wheezing
  • Persistent cough
  • Chills
  • Sore throat
  • Headache
  • Breathlessness
  • Stuffy nose
  • Sinusitis
  • Low fever

Symptoms of Emphysema

  • Wheezing
  • Persistent cough
  • Chills
  • Sore throat
  • Headache
  • Breathlessness
  • Stuffy nose
  • Sinusitis
  • Low fever

Symptoms of Pneumonia

  • Wet cough (with green, yellowish or bloody mucus)
  • Fever and chills
  • Dyspnea
  • Sharp chest pain
  • Fatigue

6 Herbs Recommended for Respiratory diseases

Chamomile

Chamomile

Chamomile is a lung-protective herb that has been a part of certain clinical trials where it was witnessed to protect the lungs against the toxic effect of bleomycin. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects that help a lot in treating the infections of the mucus membranes and respiratory tract. It does not just shorten the span of cold/flu but also reduces the chances of its deterioration into pneumonia. Add Chamomile Tincture to your routine and say goodbye to your common respiratory disorders.

Elderflower

Elderflower

Elderflower is one of nature’s oldest therapies that boosts the body’s natural immune responses for better functioning of the system. It is a potent decongestant that mobilizes the stagnant mucus and clears up the lungs, sinus, and nasal passages. Its anti-inflammatory property reduces the swelling of the airways, clearing the passage for a better breathing experience. Take half to a full dropper of Elderflower Tincture up to 3 times a day and enjoy the perks of deep breathing.

White Pine

White Pine

White pine serves as traditional therapy for upper respiratory infections. It is rich in antioxidant content and vitamin C that makes up for most of the generation of the immune response. It is used as an expectorant to expel the stubborn mucus, reduce inflammation of the nasal passage, and improve the breathing experience. You can use White Pine Tincture in water or tea up to 3 times daily to treat cough, hoarseness, bronchitis, and stuffy nose.

Horehound

Horehound

Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) is an exclusive aid for the respiratory tract. It addresses quite a lot of breathing and coughing problems, inducing asthma, congestion, whooping cough, bronchitis, tuberculosis, and swollen airways. Try adding Horehound Tea to your routine and treat your airway issues naturally. To alleviate its bitter taste, add a teaspoon of honey.

Elecampane

Elecampane

Elecampane (Inula helenium) is famous for lung support due to its phenomenal respiratory-associated benefits. Its antibacterial, antifungal and expectorant properties prove to be very fruitful in the treatment of whooping cough, chest congestion, asthma, and cough due to tuberculosis. It also loosens the tough phlegm, making it easier to expel it out for a better breathing experience. Use Elecampane Tincture as your lung support and breath-in the goodness of carefree days. 

Hyssop

Hyssop

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) is a traditional remedy for respiratory illnesses. It can alleviate a good load of serious respiratory issues, especially asthma and bronchitis. Its antispasmodic and expectorant actions work together for the welfare of the lungs. It soothes coughs and clears the lungs by eradicating the stagnant mucus. Drink Hyssop tea and massage your chest and throat with its oil to help reduce the spasms and soreness. 

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