Aromatherapy Treatment for Bronchitis
Essential oils, used primarily in steam inhaltions are an excellent way to treat bronchitis. In the acute stage using powerfully antiseptic oils such as Lavender Eucalyptus, Thyme or Tea Tree will be very useful This can be backed up by gently rubbing a little diluted Lavender oil on to the chest-use 5 drops in 5ml (I tsp) of olive oil or similar vegetable oil. Formre chronic symptoms choose from one of the following oils which are derived from gums or resins or simply combine all three inan inhalation. Benzoin: is most famous as the ingredient in Friar's Balsam it has a warming and relaxing effect on the nrpmcjo and aids expectoration of the thick mucus.
Self - Help Measures Treatment for Bronchitis
There may not be any infection present in the chronic state repeated irriatation of the lungs produces excess mucus which clogs up the bronchi. Self -help measures include not smoking or being in smoking atmosphere treating colds and so on promptly, not going out in foggy weather and using steam inhalations to warm and moisten. The airways Frankincense: another expectorant which slows and deepens the breathingas well as being a good antiseptic agent to loosen the sticky mucus and shift it off the chest.
Herbalism Treatment for Bronchitis
There is a whole treasure chest of herbal medicines for different stages or states of bronchitis if in doubt do seek professional advice. At the beginning where there may be a feeling of chill a tea from fresh Ginger ( Zingiber officinalis ) with perhaps pinch of Cayenne pepper added will give warm thver quickly. Painful harsh coughs can be soothed with infusions of Marshmallow leaf ("Altbea officianalis) Hysosop (Hyssopus officinalis) and Teyme (Thymus vulgaris) or else use White Horehound (Marrubium vulgare) an anti-spasmodic and expectorant remedy. A regular intake of garilc, fresh not only helps to stimulate the removal of excess mucus in chronic bronchities but is one of the most powerful anti infective agents there is helping to build resistance to all respiratory infections.
Homeopathy Treatment for Bronchitis
In the acute phase look at these remedies but seek qualified treatment if symptoms persist or chest pains set in. Aconite: for use in the early stages with painful dry cough and much restlessness with a slight fever. Bryonia: for a dry hacking cough which is made worse by changes in temperature such as coming into a warm room. Ipecacuanha: for a spamodic cough with much rattly mucus on the chest and a tendency towards vomiting .Phosphorus: for a hoarse voice even going altogether and a dry tickly cough with a tight feeling like a band around the chest.
Naturopathy Treatment for Bronchitis
Reduce mucus forming foods these are primarly dairy products and also refined carbohydraenate such as cakes and pastries. If the weather is damp or foggy stay in doors but also avoid room being too dry and hot. In chronic cases walking or other exercise In good weather will improve breathing. Hot and cold compresses will really stimulate circulation through the lungs and help breathing.
