Herbs for Allergies
As a Western Clinical Herbalist, to work with allergies, I look at the environmental factors, diet and improve the body’s defenses with herbs. You can help yourself get through allergy season with fewer traumas with herbs and some simple changes to your lifestyle.
One in five Americans suffer from allergies or asthma symptoms. Many don’t seek help because the symptoms aren’t serious enough; however, many people with allergies find that allergies seriously impact their quality of […]
Sinus Congestion – Using a Neti Pot
Using a Neti pot to clear sinus congestion is a classic remedy.
Use 10 drops of Yerba Mansa tincture and one drop of peppermint oil in some warm water. Irrigate each nostril. If you don’t have access to Yerba Mansa, use a pinch or two of salt and a drop of peppermint oil. It is always less painful to use the Neti pot at the first sign of congestion. Use Neti pot 3x a […]
Flu Tea
Equal parts Sage, Peppermint Yarrow, Ginger to taste (don’t be shy) and a sprig of thyme. Make a pot of this up at a time and drink every few hours. Raw Honey is also great to add as it is anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-fungal and is a great antioxidant.
This tea has a mixture of herbs to assist with sweating, relieving muscle spasms, clearing mucus, microbes and increasing circulation. All these actions helps your body feel better […]