Asthma Healing Herbs
Likened to breathing through a straw, an asthma attack may strike sufferers anytime of the day, Not only do air passages become swollen, inflamed, and congested, but wheezing and shortness of breath can be frightening.
Asthma Triggers can include respiratory infection, perfumes, dust, tobacco smoke, pollen and other allergens, rise in air pressure, exercise, and even anger. There is no cure for asthma, but medications can control it and these herbal remedies can help.
Asthma healing Herbs.
Butterbur • Coffee • Eucalyptus • Garlic • Ginkgo • Mullein • Reishi • Tea
EUCALYPTUS RUB
Eucalyptus essential oil helps dilate airways and fight inflammation in them.
1 application
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 1 tablespoon almond, olive, or other carrier oil 3–6 drops eucalyptus essential oil
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
1. In a small bowl, thoroughly mix the carrier oil with the essential oil.
2. Rub the mixture onto your chest, inhaling the essential oils as they work to open airways.
3. When finished, wash your hands and avoid touching your eyes, mouth, or other sensitive parts.
REISHI TEA (Decoction)
Not only does consuming this mushroom reduce allergies that trigger asthma, it also helps build the immune system to fight upper respiratory infection.
2 servings
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: ⅛ pound of dried reishi mushrooms (find them at an Asian market or health food store) 4 cups water
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
1. Chop the mushrooms into small pieces that can be strained out afterward.
2. Bring the water to a boil and add the mushroom bits.
3. Lower the heat and cover the pan. Simmer until about 2 cups of liquid remain.
4. Strain out the mushroom pieces and drink 1 cup a day; refrigerate the second cup.
ALTERNATIVE:
Add a dash of ginger and/or sweeten the tea with honey.
OTHER: Studies show that caffeine in coffee dilates the airways and that even a small amount of the drink can improve lung function for as long as 4 hours. Talk with a doctor about the amount of caffeine that is safe for you to consume.
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