It's that time of year again with colds, influenza, aches and general
snottiness sometimes getting the better of us. Here is a listing of herbs
traditionally used for these ailments and the symptoms they treat:
KEY to the type of symtoms these herbs act upon -
Anodyne - relieves pain (and)
Antibiotic - kills or inhibits growth of bacteria (anb)
Antiseptic B kills bacteria (an)
Antispasmodic - inhibits convulsions (ansp)
CounterIrritant (co)
Demulcent - soothing (de)
Diaphoretic - promotes perspiration (di)
Expectorant - expells phlegm (ex)
Febrifuge - breaks fevers (f)
Soporific - induces sleep (s)
* use only topically (on the skin)
COLD/FLU SYMPTOMS Anise (s)
Birch leaf (co)
Cayenne (d)
Chamomile (s)
Elder (di)
Eucalyptus (ansp)
Garlic (anb)
Hops (s)
Mullein (an)
Peppermint (and)
Valerian (s)
Yarrow (ex)
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