Chest, sinus, congestion
Give relief of congestion in lungs and sinuses. Best as a tea, the heat and inhalation helps the process more than a tincture. Rose hips are optional.
Dosage:: Standard Infusion: 4 - 8 oz 4 times a day
Reference:: My Apothecary Shelf
Preparations:
Infusion
Used with soft ingredients (leaves, flowers etc), steeps for only a couple of minutes to extract the vitamins and volatile ingredients
Addressing Ailments
Colds
Coughs
Lungs
Respiratory Congestion
Sinus Congestion
Parts
Herbs
Action
2.00
Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
Mullein ( Verbascum thapsus)
Mullein is known for its soothing effects on the respiratory system and is commonly used to relieve coughs and congestion.
Seeds are poison
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
Drying
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
Properties::
Demulcent (Mucilant)
Relieve inflammation or irritation of tissues: gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts. good for coughs or pain from breathing
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Lung Tonic
Strengthens the lungs
Demulcent
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Vulnerary
Treats wounds
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Respiratory System
Respiratory
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
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Thyme ( Thymus vulgaris)
Aromatic herb with small, pungent leaves, widely used in culinary and medicinal applications for its antimicrobial and expectorant properties.
Energetics::
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::
Antibacterial
Destroys or stops the growth of bacteria
Anti-Fungal
Stops or inhibits fngal growth
Antiviral
Opposes the action of a virus
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Decongestant
Removes mucus congeston
Emmenagogue
Regulates, induces normal menstruation
Circulatory Stimulant
Stimulates and strengthens circulatory system
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Tonic
Increases systemic strength and tone
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Respiratory
Digestive
Immune
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.
0.50
Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Sage ( Salvia officinalis)
Sage is a perennial herb with gray-green leaves and blue to purplish flowers. It has a strong aroma and is commonly used in cooking and traditional medicine.
Pregnancy caution: Large amounts may cause uterine contractions. Avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy.
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.
Slightly Constricting
Slightly - increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Heating
Properties::
Anti-Galactagogue
Reduce breast milk production
Antiseptic
Removes toxins from the body and waste accumulations such as pus. prevent the growth of disease-causing microorganisms
Anti-Diaphoretic
Reduce sweating
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Diaphoretic
Induce sweating
Emmenagogue
Regulates, induces normal menstruation
Nervine
Calm the body, mind, spirit. fortify frayed nerve endings that result from chronic stress and unrest.
Antispasmodic
Quick relief of pain and spasms, muscle and or gastrointestinal.
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Antioxidant
Protects cells from damage
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Digestive
Respiratory
Nervous
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
0.50
Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
Oregano ( Origanum vulgare)
A perennial herb with small pink to purple flowers, known for its strong aromatic flavor. It contains essential oils such as carvacrol and thymol and has been used in traditional medicine for its antimicrobial and digestive properties.
High doses of the oil can be toxic to the liver
Energetics::
Drying
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
Properties::
Anti-Fungal
Stops or inhibits fngal growth
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Antioxidant
Protects cells from damage
Aromatic
Pleasant and distinctive smell
Carminative
Relieve gas by suppressing the formation of gas in the intestines and promoting expulsion of gas.
Digestive Tonic
Strengthens digestion
Expectorant
Facilitates removal or secretions and phlegm
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Digestive
Immune
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
0.50
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
Supporting
Support or enhance actions of the key herbs. Also can be used to fill in effects wanted for the formula .
0.50
Rose Hips (Rosa spp.)
Rose Hips ( Rosa spp.)
The fruit of the rose plant, known for its high vitamin C content and used traditionally for its nutritional and medicinal benefits.
Energetics::
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Slightly Constricting
Slightly - increase the tone or tension within muscles and other tissues; stop excess flow and secretion. tone up tissues that have become overly relaxed or weak or leaking or secreting fluids such as blood or mucus
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Anti-Depressant
Helps prevent, cure or alleviate mental depression
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Antibacterial
Destroys or stops the growth of bacteria
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Tonic
Increases systemic strength and tone
Antioxidant
Protects cells from damage
Immune support
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Immune
Circulatory
Balancing
Optional herbs to help harmonize the action of the whole formula. May reduce an undesirable side effect of the key herbs.