Thyme
It is used to prevent and treat respiratory tract infections, bacterial infection and pneumonia. Its essential oils have very powerful and natural antibiotic and anti-fungal properties, and because of that, they are used in the fight against chest congestion. Thyme has the power to destroy both viruses and bacteria, so no matter what type of infection you have, use thyme.
Sage
Sage is used as a tea, for treating sore throats and coughs. Its leaves have strong aroma that derive from its essential oils and they are the source of the sage tea benefits for lung and respiratory diseases.
For treating lung disorders and sinusitis you can inhale vapor from sage tea.
Oregano
Oregano oil is more beneficial in the fight against Staphylococcus aureus than the most common antibiotics.
The oregano contains nutrients and vitamins that have positive effects on the immune system, but the greatest benefits come from its carvacrol and rosmarinic acid. They are decongestants and histamine reducers and are beneficial for the respiratory tract and the nasal passage airflow.
Eucalyptus
It contains cineole, which has a number of health benefits:
- Soothes irritated sinus passages;
- It is an expectorant and can ease a cough;
- Fights congestion.
Eucalyptus also contains antioxidants and that is why it strengthens the immune system during cold or other illness. It is frequently used in lozenges and cough syrups.
Osha Root
Osha root can be found in the rocky areas in the mountains where the native Americans have been using it for respiratory support for so many years. It contains camphor that is beneficial for the lungs.
Peppermint
This herb and its oil contain menthol. Menthol promotes free breathing and relaxes the muscles of the respiratory tract. It is also an extraordinary decongestant.
Licorice Root
Licorice has very soothing effects, and it softens the mucus membranes of the lungs, throat and stomach. It also cleanses the mucus membranes that are inflamed.
Lungwort
This tree-growing lichen is used to clear congestion and to maintain lung and respiratory health.
source: healthyfoodhouse
