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Historical and Traditional Perspective
Mugwort herb – Nervine. Mineral rich- magnesium, calcium and potassium. Antispasmodic effects of B6. Helps clear mucous from the lungs and stomach which improves the appetite. Thyme Leaf – Antiseptic. Antispasmodic. Expectorant. Sore or dry throat-irritability and catarrh. Helps clear mucous congestion. Treats respiratory infections. Stomach nervine helps pacify convulsive cough. Yerba Mate – Stimulant. Tonic. Relieves fatigue by increasing oxygen uptake in the tired overloaded lung. Elecampane Root – Expectorant. Stimulant. Stomachic. Beneficial for spleen, stomach and lungs. Rich source of Inulin. Chronic ailments. Suitable for colic, coughs, bronchitis and catarrh. Useful for digestion and poor assimilation. Mullein Tops – Antispasmodic. Sedative. Demulcent. Anodyne. Affinity to pectoral region – lymph glands and lungs. Good for hard hoarse cough. Relieves pain and induces sleep. White Horehound – Expectorant. Antispasmodic. Most popular cough remedy. A warming effect helps induce perspiration. Bitters increase bile flow. Helps alleviate stomach catarrh.
Historical and traditional perspectives are for information purposes only and are not intended as medical advice
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