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Top herbal cough remedies

Natural, safe, convenient herbs 4 cough

Following is a list of the best herbal cough remedies. To go from info on herbal cough remedies to best cough formulation click here First, a few words about coughs.

Coughs are more common than colds & are often a main symptom of colds, flu & bronchitis.

Causes of coughing could vary. However, there are 2 main types of coughs: “productive” coughs expel mucus while “unproductive” coughs are dry and don’t bring up mucus.

Home remedies for cough can be tried for a few days but if cough is persistent, see a medical specialist. The cough may be a warning sign.

Best herbal cough remedies

To go from info on herbs for cough to best herbal formulation for coughs click here * Althea officinalis (Marshmallow), is an herbal cough remedy used for thousand of years for coughs. It has a soothing effect on mucous membranes relieving cold symptoms including coughs. Use marsh mallow roots to make a soothing tea or consume extracts as directed.

* Tussilaga farfara, better known as “Coltsfoot” can be made into a useful herb for cough suppression. Caution - Coltsfoot can be dangerous at high dosages or if taken for a long period of time. Coltsfoot is safe at 3 tablespoons per day for tea.

* Hyssopus officinalis (Hyssop) is one of the oldest home remedies for coughs & other issues. It assists the body’s respiratory and immune system health.

* Ginger. What would herbalists do without this amazingly versatile, fragrant, delicious herb? Yes, ginger root tea is also one of the better herbal remedies cough as it suppresses coughs & fever & relieves pain. Ginger does a lot more than that. For more on this wondrous herb, click here ->Benefits of Ginger

* Sambucus nigra (Elder berry) is an effective herbal cough remedy, good for the throat and respiratory tract. It also keeps the respiratory tract clear & free of phlegm and congestion. Additionally, elder helps boost the immune system. Make into a tea or use tincture as directed to ease coughs.

* Lemon as in lemonade or a few tsps mixed with organic, raw honey make it the best home remedy for coughs. Mix to taste and take a spoonful as needed.

* Marrubium vulgare (Horehound) has an antispasmodic effect on respiratory tissues & so diminishes coughing due to spasms.

* Slippery elm, touted by the FDA in the USA, is one of the governmentally-approved herbal cough remedies due to safety & effectiveness. Some commercial cough drops contain slippery elm. You can also make tea from dried herb.

To go from info on home remedies for cough to best herbal formulation for cough click here * Glycyrrhiza glabra (Licorice Root) is a good herbal cough remedy as it soothes & calms the respiratory tract. Licorice root also supports the functioning of the immune system. Make a nourishing, soothing tea to calm coughs. Safe for most people under normal use. Use with caution or not at all if you experience headaches or fatigues, retain water or are at risk for hypertension.

* Anise, the licoricy flavored herb for coughs, also makes a great cough suppressant tea. It helps remove phlegm & suppress coughs.

* Mullein also pops up as an effective herb for numerous conditions. It makes a fairly bitter tea so be prepared to dilute and sweeten to make it palatable. It makes a good home remedy for coughs because it helps soothe throats & expel mucus.

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