Bronchitis is a very common type of infection which, as the name implies, particularly affects the bronchi causing phlegm and cough. In some cases it can be faced with natural remedies, including some balsamic herbs that help defeat the bacteria or viruses that caused it.
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La bronchitis it is a very common type of infection which, as the name implies, affects the bronchi in particular, causing phlegm and cough. In some cases it can be faced with natural remedies, including some balsamic herbs that help defeat the bacteria or viruses that caused it.
Winter is the period in which bronchitis affects the most but not as someone mistakenly believes due to the direct cold, but due to the fact that we are more often in closed and crowded places (so the cold has to do only indirectly) excellent environments for the proliferation of viruses and bacteria.
On our side, however, we have some balsamic herbs that we should always keep at home in our natural first aid kit. In case of bronchitis we can try to use:
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Timo
It is a plant with antiseptic, antibiotic and antiviral power. In case of bronchitis it is also very useful for its expectorant properties, that is able to fluidify and consequently make the phlegm expel better. For example, try the thyme tea and not only in case of cough but also cold or other problems affecting the respiratory system.
Eucalyptus
It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, balsamic and decongestant power: for all these reasons it is a perfect natural remedy in case of bronchitis but also colds, sinusitis or cough. The essential oils present in eucalyptus promote breathing and thin the mucus.
Pine
It is another plant often recommended as a natural remedy for problems affecting the respiratory system. In the specific case of bronchitis it is useful as it has expectorant and fluidifying qualities of bronchial secretions.
American elm
This plant has anti-inflammatory power and, in addition to several other properties, can help dissolve phlegm in case of bronchitis. It also allows the body to purify toxins and helps the immune system.
Ravinsara
It is a plant from which a powerful essential oil with characteristics similar to those of Tea tree oil is extracted. It is antiviral, antibacterial but above all it has expectorant properties and therefore helps to keep the respiratory tract clean. You can experience a respiratory balm based on Ravinsara's own.
How to use balsamic herbs
All these herbs can be taken in the form of infusions, inhaled through fumigations to be done with hot water, bicarbonate and a few drops of essential oil (perfect for this purpose are, for example, thyme, pine and eucalyptus) or taken in drops below. form of bud extractives or hydroalcoholic extracts (on the advice of a specialist).
In case of bronchitis it can also be useful to use honey, another natural substance useful for thinning the phlegm and calming the irritation of the respiratory tract.
Of course, never underestimate the situation and ask your doctor for advice, who in case of bronchitis could also recommend medicines suitable for your specific condition.
Read also:
- Properties of balsamic herbs: thyme, mint and eucalyptus
- Asthmatic bronchitis: causes, symptoms and remedies
