David L. Hoffmann BSc Hons MNIMHThe common cold is a virus infection of the upper respiratory tract. There are many different strains of virus which can cause cold symptoms, and these are constantly mutating. While the mucous membranes of the nose and throat are inflamed as a...
Topical Applications ;Not only can the remedies be used internally, but the w
Foeniculum vulgare
Part Used: The seeds.
Constituents:
The whole complex of primary plant consti
Gastritis ;As an example of the herbal approach to inflammatory con
Tonics for the Upper Respiratory System ;Nature is abundant in herbs that have an anti-catarrhal
Verbascum thapsus
Scrophulariaceae
Names: Aarons Rod, Great Mullein.
Habitat: Native to Britain,
Laryngitis ; Laryngitis is an acute inflammation of the larynx., or
Inflammation of one or more diverticula, potentially leading to obstruction or perforation, and to abscises and fistula formation.
Tanacetum parthenium
Part Used: Leaves.
Constituents:
Volatile oil, containing pinene
This condition is characterized by severe pain that becomes localized in the upper right quadrant, radiating to right lower scapula. Nausea &vomiting are common. Murphy's sign is found. Cholecystitis responds well to herbal treatment given time,
