By Judi Singleton / Published on July 4th, 2007 / Family
This is the time of year that I always come down with a
sinus problems. They are hard to treat with herbs and take
long term use of the herbs for six months or more usually
before you see some permanent results.
Every year, millions of people around the world are affected
by a painful and often debilitating condition called sinusitis
or sinus infection. Acute sinusitis, which usually lasts
for 3 weeks or less,can be caused by a bacterial infection
and usually occurs as a latecomplication of the common cold.
Nasal congestion produces swelling in he sinus cavity,
obstructs drainage and causes mucus to stagnate which
provides a perfect breeding ground for infection For many people,sinusitis occurs often and can become a persistent
that may problem cause pain, frustration, and time away
from work, friends,
or family. As with any serious medical condition, see a
health practitioner first before treating yourself,infections.
especially if you experience recurrent
Here are some herbs that have worked for me:
Angelica: Expectorant (loosens mucus in (Angelica
throat and lungs); relieves conges- dahurication in
inflamed nasal passages.
Astragalus: Tonic for the immune system. Controls spread of
infection, especially in upper respiratory tract. branaceus)
Bi yan pian: While magnolia helps expel phlegm, (Xanthium
Xanthium (which is the roadisde weed and magnolia
cocklebur) quells nasal inflammation formula) and
fights headache. Indicated for flare-ups,
runny rose, yellow mucus.
Echinacea: This native American root functions
(Echinacea as an antibacterial and anti-inflam-
angustifolia) matory agent as well as an immune-system
booster.
Slippery elm: Expectorant. The inner bark of the (Ulmus
rubra) slippery elm tree soothes inflamed nasal and
throat tissues. Helps drain mucus from nasal passages.
Yarrow:Anti-inflammatory and antispas- (Achillea
modic (controls coughing). millefolium