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Bronchial Inflamation/Constriction (Asthma)

Useful for asthma, spastic coughing. Tincture is best because of the wild cherry bark but if infusion, simmer cherry bark alone for 10 -15 minutes, then strain and add other herbs and let steep.

Dosage:: Tinctures: 1 - 2 dropper (or standard infusion) as needed, not more than 3 times a day.

Reference:: Modern Herb Dispensatory

Preparations:
Tincture
Liquid medium (usually mixture of alcohol and water) used to extract herbs medicinal constituents)
Infusion
Used with soft ingredients (leaves, flowers etc), steeps for only a couple of minutes to extract the vitamins and volatile ingredients
Addressing Ailments
Asthma
Coughing
Parts
Herbs
Action
2.00
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Licorice ( Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Licorice is known for its sweet flavor and medicinal properties. It is often used to soothe sore throats and digestive issues.

Avoid in individuals with high blood pressure or kidney disease.

Energetics::
Moistening
Increase moisture content of tissues: lubricate and soften dry, brittle or hardened tissues
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Adaptogen
Treat the endocrine system and stress. Modulate and rewire response to cortisol needs, increase and improve our reaction to stress
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antitussive
Prevent or relieve a cough
Demulcent (Mucilant)
Relieve inflammation or irritation of tissues: gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. good for coughs or pain from breathing
Hypertensive
High blood pressure
Demulcent
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Laxative
Gentle movement of the bowels
Antiviral
Opposes the action of a virus
Immunomodulatory
Nourishing
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Digestive System
Respiratory System
Constitutional
Respiratory
Digestive
Key
The primary action desired for the formula. Can be the action of the herb or an affinity the herb has for particular organs or systems.
1.00
Khella (Ammi visnaga)

Khella ( Ammi visnaga)

Khella is an herb native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It has been used traditionally for its bronchodilator and antispasmodic properties.

Not recommended for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. May cause photosensitivity in some individuals.

Energetics::
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Properties::
Anti-Arrhythmic
Suppress abnormal heart rhythms
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Cardio Tonic
Increate strength and tone of the heart
Hypotensive
Low blood pressure
Vasodilator
Widening of blood vessels
Bronchodilator
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Respiratory
Cardiovascular
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
1.00
Lobelia (Lobelia Inflata)

Lobelia ( Lobelia Inflata)

An annual or biennial herb with pale blue to violet flowers, known for its acrid taste. It has been used in traditional medicine for respiratory conditions and as a relaxant.

Large doses can cause vomiting, convulsions, hypotension. Not to be used while pregnant.

Energetics::
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Slightly Warming
Slightly - Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Slightly Drying
Slightly - Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Emetic
Causes vomiting
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Anti-Asthmatic
Treats or prevents asthma
Counterirritant
Produces surface irritation of the skin, counteracting underlying pain or discomfort
Acrid
Irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell
Anti-Arrhythmic
Suppress abnormal heart rhythms
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Antitussive
Prevent or relieve a cough
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Vasodilator
Widening of blood vessels
Hypotensive
Low blood pressure
Relaxant
Induces relaxation
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Respiratory
Nervous
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .