Lung Expectorant Blend
Did you know that there are many every day plants and herbs all around us that can be used to lubricate your airway? Expectorants help loosen up mucus and make the secretions in your airway thinner, making your cough more productive. Our Lung Expectorant blend is made with: Mullein, usnea, thyme, oregano, and rose hips. Keep reading to learn more about the uses of these powerful herbs!
Mullein leaves have a soothing, hydrating effect on the lungs and contain saponins that loosen mucus. Mullein is often used for chronic lung problems such as asthma and COPD, but is also helpful with colds ands coughs.
Usnea is a lichen, or a symbolic combination of algae and fungi, usnea has been used for thousands of years in Chinese, Greek, and Egyptian medicine to treat a variety of health conditions. It’s antibiotic and anti-fungal properties may be helpful for treating gastrointestinal infections, sore throats, and urinary tract infections.
Thyme is a very powerful remedy for infections of all kinds, especially in the lungs and digestive tract. It is indicated for
Spasmodic conditions of the respiratory and urinary tracts with infectious symptoms.
Oregano is antiseptic and useful for infections of the respiratory and digestive tracts. It is a good remedy for fungal infections, coughs, tonsillitis, bronchitis, asthma, and chest congestion.
Rose hips strengthen capillaries and are rich in bioflavonoids and vitamin C. They are mildly astringent and can be helpful for acute illnesses like colds.
