| Bronchitis is caused by the inflammation of the | | | | congestion, and bring down fevers. It's often used in |
| medium size airway in ones lungs. It lasts for weeks | | | | cough syrups and when used with Cayenne it is |
| and makes one to cough. Due to airway inflammation | | | | excellent to relieve sinus cavity congestion. |
| there is formation of phlegm. Most herbs used to | | | | Fenugreek - This is known as a lung herb because it |
| treat bronchitis are used purposely for their ability to | | | | does a great job of expelling mucus and phlegm from |
| help the body force the phlegm out. Some antibiotic | | | | the bronchial tubes. |
| herbs are used as well, because sometimes bronchitis | | | | Lobelia - This herb is most often used to soothe, |
| can occur with an infection. | | | | calm and relax. It also relieves spasms and works |
| Several of the common infection fighting herbs are | | | | great for respiratory problems. |
| used, such as Garlic, Golden seal, and Echinacea. All of | | | | Marshmallow - This herb soothes and coats inflamed |
| these are strong natural antibiotics, and can be used | | | | areas in the body, including in the respiratory system. |
| to fight an infection from occurring due to the | | | | Mullein - This herb is often used for respiratory |
| bronchitis, or treat an existing bronchial infection. | | | | problems and diseases. It loosens mucus and helps |
| Other herbs useful for bronchitis include: | | | | expel it out of the body. It also calms spasms, helps |
| Ginger - This is an excellent herb if used in a bathtub | | | | ease pain, and reduce swelling in glands. |
| because it helps promote perspiration, relieve | | | | |