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Herbal Remedies For Colds & Flu

Colds are mild viral infections that cause a sore throat, blocked or runny nose, sneezing, fever and often a cough, the flu has similar symptoms but often more severe and often accompanied by high fever, muscle and joint pain, headache and fatigue.  Colds and most cases of flu are not serious but anyone who’s ever had a cold or the flu knows they are not not pleasant. 


Herbs are a natural alternative to over the counter remedies and can be just as effective.

Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis)

Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis)

Chamomile is a cooling relaxing herb that is most known for its calming and relaxing properties but it’s also a great toning and anti-inflammatory herb

 

Echinacea (Echinacea Augustifolia)

Echinacea (Echinacea Augustifolia)

Echinacea is a wonderfully versatile dry cooling herb that can be used to boost the immune system helping to relieve infections from colds to urinary tract infections

Garlic (Allium Sativum)

Garlic (Allium Sativum)

Garlic is a dry warming herb perhaps best known for its use in cooking but it's a natural antibiotic as well as being excellent for circulation and regulating blood pressure

Hyssop (Hyssopus Officinalis)

Hyssop (Hyssopus Officinalis)

Hyssop is a wonderful dry warming herb that can help with relieving catarrh, improving circulation and improve kidney function amongst many other healing properties

Plantain (Plantago Major)

Plantain (Plantago Major)

Plantain is an energetic cooling herb that is effective in relieving kidney and bladder issues as well as benefiting the glandular system

Sage (Salvia Officinalis)

Sage (Salvia Officinalis)

Sage is a dry, warm herb that has many useful healing properties from being an effective antiseptic and analgesic to being a great herb for women during the menopause

Thyme (Thymes Vulgaris)

Thyme (Thymes Vulgaris)

Thyme is a dry warming herb, it’s a strong pungent aromatic herb with great healing and antiseptic properties, it’s also a great herb for calming the nerves

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