Herbal Home Remedies for Asthma
This article lists some common and uncommon herbal home remedies for treating asthma effectively. Asthma tinctures, salves and syrups along with herbal teas and tonics can help you combat the problem without worrying about side effects.
No age is exempt from asthma, although it occurs more frequently in childhood or early adulthood. The wheezing is caused by a spasm of the bronchial tubes or swelling of the mucous membranes. Recurrence and severity of attacks has many different causes. Mental or physical fatigue; exposure to fumes or chemicals: inhaled allergens; foods; infections of the upper and lower respiratory tracts; and emotional situations can bring on attacks that can last from several hours to several days. Try several of tune home treatments to help control asthma attacks.
Aids Breathing for Asthmatics at Bedtime
Take 1 tablespoon of sunflower or corn oil before retiring for the night. Helps you to breathe easier during the night.
Asthama Tincture
Place 4 tablespoons of lobelia leaves and 4 tablespoons of lobelia seed (crushed) in 4 cups of raspberry vinegar. Let sit for 2 weeks, Strain and take by the tablespoon during asthma attacks. If, needed take every 10 minutes until relief is obtained. Caution: Overdose of lobelia can cause low blood pressure, respiratory repression, and even coma, followed by death.
To make the raspberry vinegar, mash 8 cups of fresh or canned raspberries and add to 8 cups of cider vinegar. Let sit 2 days. Strain. For every 4 cups of liquid add 1¼ cups of sugar. Bring to a boil, removing the scum as it comes to the top. The longer you boil, the thicker the syrup. You can add this to other cough syrups is if desired.
Asthma Treatment with Aloe Vera
If you suffer from asthma, boil some of the aloe vera leaves in a pan of water and inhale the vapors. Put a towel over the head and pan to get the full effects of the vapors.
Asthma Treatment with Coltsfoot
Add 1 tablespoon each of coltsfoot, mullein, thyme, and lobelia to 2 cups of water. Simmer at least half hour, covered. Strain and add 2 cups of honey. Take by the tablespoon until relief is obtained. Flavoring, such as oil of peppermint, may be added if desired.
Asthma Treatment with Cranherry Juice
Cranberry juice is very good for treating asthma attacks, as it contains an ingredient that dilates the bronchial tubes.
Cook and mash cranberries. Place in a tightly closed glass container and refrigerate. When needed during an attack, add 3 teaspoons of the mashed cranberries to a cup of hot water. Sip while the water is hot.
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