Coughing

Coughing can be very uncomfortable at times. However, what you need to know is that this is a way to body is trying to eliminate irritants present in the lungs. It is trying to clean house. Cough suppressants are therefore not recommended, because they do not eliminate the toxins. Herbs like Yerba Santa help the body to break these things up so they can come out.

As an expectorant it is valued for its use in asthma, chronic bronchitis, colds and other respiratory ailments, including allergies, coughs, excessive mucous, influenza, pleurisy and sore throat. Yerba Santa also reduces muscle spasms and reduces inflammation. It loosens mucous both in the sinus and chest due to allergies. It also can be applied topically for spasms and areas bothered by arthritis pain. It may be applied directly to the chest as well. It can be used to relieve fever. It stimulates the production of mucosal fluids, shrinks inflamed tissues and acts as an antiseptic.

Sometimes herbs like Marshmallow root and/or Fenugreek may need to be added; this is based on an individual need.

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