Bronchitis

Eucalyptus steam inhalation:

Ingredients:

  • 1-2 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
  • 1 large bowl of hot water
  • A towel

Directions:

  1. Boil a large bowl of water and add 1-2 drops of eucalyptus essential oil.
  2. Place the bowl on a stable surface and sit down.
  3. Cover your head and the bowl with a towel, creating a tent-like structure.
  4. Close your eyes and inhale the steam deeply for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Repeat this process 2-3 times per day.

Licorice root and ginger tea:

Ingredients:

  • 1 tsp dried licorice root
  • 1 tsp dried ginger
  • 2 cups of water

Directions:

  1. Add 1 tsp of dried licorice root and 1 tsp of dried ginger to a pot with 2 cups of water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Strain the tea and drink it while it’s still warm.
  4. Drink this tea 2-3 times per day.

Mullein leaf infusion:

Ingredients:

  • 1-2 tsp dried mullein leaves
  • 1 cup of boiling water

Directions:

  1. Add 1-2 tsp of dried mullein leaves to a cup of boiling water.
  2. Cover the cup and let it steep for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Strain the mixture and drink the infusion while it’s still warm.
  4. Drink this infusion 2-3 times per day.
Urinary Infections

Herbs: Buchu (Barosma betulina), cornsilk (Zea mays), marshmallow (Althaea officinalis)

Remedy: Make an infusion with 5 g of each herb to 3 cups (750 ml) of water. Divide into 4 doses and drink throughout the day.

Option: Substitute juniper (Juniperus communis) or goldenrod (Solidago virgaurea) for buchu.


Herb: Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus)

Remedy: Make a decoction of the berries and drink 1 2/3–2 1/3 cups (450–600 ml) a day.
Tip: Cranberry juice may be substituted for bilberry decoction.

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Herbs: Garlic (Allium sativum), echinacea (Echinacea spp.)

Remedy: Take either or both herbs in capsule or tablet form.

Note: Take in addition to other remedies.
Caution: Do not take juniper or buchu during pregnancy.

Neuralgia

General Remedies
Herbs: St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum), lavender (Lavandula officinalis), clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)

Remedy: Apply neat St. John’s wort infused oil to painful areas, or add 20 drops each of clove and lavender essential oil to 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp (50 ml) of St. John’s wort infused oil and then apply every 2–3 hours as required.

Herb: Peppermint (Mentha x piperita)

Remedy: Make an infusion with 25 g of herb to 3 cups (750 ml) of water and bathe the affected area. Alternatively, dilute 20 drops of essential oil in 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp (50 ml) of carrier oil and gently massage into the painful area.

Caution: Do not use on children under 5.

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Head Pain
Herb: Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)
Remedy: Mix 1⁄2 tsp of powder with water to make a thick paste and apply to the head.

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Toothache
Herb: Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata)
Remedy: Chew a clove or rub 1–2 drops of neat essential oil onto the affected tooth 2–3 times a day for up to 3 days.

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