Natural Remedies for Bronchitis

Bronchitis is an infection of the lungs, usually following an upper respiratory infection.  Symptoms include fever, coughing, increased mucus production and sometimes chest pains or difficulty breathing.  Try some of these natural remedies to treat bronchitis.  Consult a doctor if conditions worsen.


Natural Remedies for Bronchitis - Mullein Marshmallow Tea

Mullein leaves are one of the best natural remedies for bronchitis.  They contain mucilage that soothes irritated mucous membranes and bronchial passages.  Marshmallow root masks the bitterness of mullein.

Ingredients:

1 cup boiling water
1 teaspoon dried mullein leaf
1 teaspoon dried marshmallow root

Directions:

Pour boiling water over the herbs, cover and steep for fifteen minutes.  Strain and drink 3-4 cups daily as needed.



Natural Remedies for Bronchitis - Soothing Herb Tea

The healing herbs in this tea make for one of the best natural remedies for bronchitis.  They will loosen mucus and soothe the irritated bronchial passages.

Ingredients:
1/4 teaspoon each wild cherry bark, mullein, coltsfoot, yarrow and horehound
1 cup boiling water

Directions;
Pour boiling water over the herbs.  Cover and steep for fifteen minutes.  Strain and drink four cups per day.



Natural Remedies for Bronchitis - Mustard Foot Bath

A hot foot bath with mustard is one of the best natural remedies for bronchitis.  The hot water and mustard draw circulation to the feet, bringing relief to the respiratory system.

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon mustard powder
Hot water

Directions;
Pour enough hot water to cover your feet into a container large enough to hold your feet.
Add the mustard powder and stir a bit to combine.
Soak the feet for fifteen minutes to bring relief from bronchitis.



Natural Remedies for Bronchitis - Turmeric

Turmeric is one of the best natural remedies for bronchitis and has proved itself time and again.  It will loosen mucous and soothe irritation.

Ingredients:
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
4 ounces whole milk

Directions:
Combine the ingredients and drink three times per day as needed. 
The milk will make the turmeric palatable.



Natural Remedies for Bronchitis - Links

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