Remedy For Cough

Banish Your Cough With Coltsfoot

Richard Briones — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:18:15 +0000

Derived from the name Farfarus, which is an ancient name of the White Poplar, coltsfoot is an herb that grows abundantly throughout England, especially along the corners and sides of the railway banks as well as in waste places, poor stiff soils, and in wet grounds. Structurally, coltsfoot has a long-stalked and a hoof-shaped leaves for about four inches across and it has a lanky teeth on the edges. When this herb is young, both the surfaces are covered with white and felted woolly hairs that is anciently rubs off. Prior to the introduction of matches, this felted covering is enveloped in a rag that is dipped in a solution of saltpeter and then dried in the sun for the purpose of making it excellent tinder.

For centuries, the leaves, roots and even flowers of the coltsfoot have been applied medicinally. In the ancient times, the people, especially the herbalists, used the coltsfoot to lessen coughs that caused by all types of conditions. In fact, coltsfoot was thought specifically helpful for those who are affected by chronic coughs, like those due to silicosis and emphysema.

Coltsfoot leaf was also approved as a good treatment for sore throats especially in the German Commission E monograph; however, such function of the coltsfoot has been banned in Germany for internal application. In terms of its constituents, the coltsfoot generally contains bitter glycosides, mucilage, and tannins that are considered as the major constituents of the herb.With these constituents, coltsfoot is then believed to have an antitissuve, which is a property responsible for cough prevention and treatment, and anti-inflammatory effects.

In addition, the pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which are powerfully toxic, are also contained in the herb. The traditional use of coltsfoot as a treatment for coughs remains for centuries up to these days. As one of the most well-known treatment for coughs, coltsfoot is usually given along with the other herbs that possess some pectoral properties like Marshmallow, Horehound, and Ground Ivy, to mention a few.

Hence the botanical name of coltsfoot Tussilago means “cough dispeller” many people believed that coltsfoot is best for the lungs, thus it is called “nature’s best herb for the lungs and her most eminent thoracic”. Generally, the leaves of coltsfoot are smoked by those who wanted to find relief for their cough. And due to such popularity, the leaves of this herb are then the basis of the Tobacco, which is the popular British herb.

In relation to that, many people that smoking the leaves of coltsfoot will relive asthma as well as the hard breathing of old bronchitis. In fact, there are some claims that those who are suffering from catarrh, asthma, and other lung difficulties find much benefit from smoking the leaves of coltsfoot.

From the herb, the coltsfoot tea is made for the same purpose and the Coltsfoot Rock, for years, has been considered a domestic remedy for coughs. A syrup form is also made from its flower-stalks, which is now much suggested for the purpose of treating chronic bronchitis.

However, before taking the herb supplement for the treatment of coughs and lung difficulties, one should consider that the coltsfoot root is not recommended for internal use since it contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids that are potential for liver toxicity. And those who have used it must know that coltsfoot is not used for more than a month consecutively unless it is recommended by the doctor.

Making Elecampane Honey Cough Syrup

Richard Briones — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:48:54 +0000

Elecampane honey is a simple to make, and incredibly effective herbal home remedy for a cough. Elecampane is easy to grow and process as well.

Whats the best natural remedy for a chesty cough, blocked nose and aching body?

Richard Briones — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:05:32 +0000

I have honey and lemon tea, at the moment and lots of fluids, and i’m taking medication but I want something a bit more natural in my system.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreaciated!

Homemade cough remedy out of these ingredients…?

Richard Briones — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 13:36:30 +0000

I have a really bad cough with a sore throat and I just feel awful. I’ve tried taking sudafed, hardly helped. I’ve taken spoonfulls of pure, raw honey, helped for a few minutes. Warm milk with honey only helped a little bit, too. And cough syrups don’t help me and make me drowsy.

Here are the ingredients in my pantry that I’ve heard can help a cough: Pure, raw honey, Onion Powder, Crystalized Ginger, Chili Powder, Cinnamon Sticks, Clover Honey (powder form), and Bay Leaves. (and milk)

Anything I can make out of this to help my throat and cough?
*Garlic Powder

How do I cure cough that’s been haunting me for nearly 2 weeks?

Richard Briones — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 04:12:16 +0000

I’m 12, and I have a terrible cough. It started when I came out of bed and I felt a slight itch in the throat. I had no more choice but to cough. It bothered me for so long, and i tried lots of cough mixture, and even tried antibiotic but it couldn’t work. Now, I need someone to tell me how to heal this. I cannot stand this anymore.

five yr old girl suffering wth very dry cough at night and less cough during the day.pls answer with remedies?

Richard Briones — Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:41:41 +0000

My 5 yr old daughter is having dry cough for over a week.She coughs very little during the day but very bad cough at night which settles by morning.We are in congo central africa , where medical facilities are less.Please adivise me what to do for this, some home remedies and also what can be...

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Using honey as a cough remedy?

Richard Briones — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:39:46 +0000

I am 37 weeks pregnant with an awful cough. It’s a dry non-productive cough and it’s very irritating to my lungs and throat so I’m looking to find a natural solution as I have have yet to find a cough medicine safe for pregnant women. I remember hearing that honey can be used to stop a cough, but how would I take it? Is it just mixed with warm water or tea? Or do you just eat spoonfuls of it? Any other remedies you have are welcome as well.

home made remedy for infants cough?

Richard Briones — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 14:13:43 +0000

Got a 5 months old baby who has a cough. Is there any effective and safe home made remedy to suppress his cough?

What are some herbal home remedies for a kid with a dry cough?

Richard Briones — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 16:53:21 +0000

I’m taking him to the Dr. tomorrow, but wondered if there’s anything in the meantime that could help. It’s a dry cough that’s worse at night. He gets into coughing fits that are nearly making him throw up. No fever, no sniffles, no body aches. Just a nasty cough. Any suggestions?

Apple cider vinegar + honey = natural cough remedy

Richard Briones — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 19:31:33 +0000

I found this home remedy for cough and it worked so well that I wanted to share it with everyone. The first night I tried it, my son threw up a bunch of phlegm after 5 minutes which helped him get cleared up. About an hour and a half later, I gave him another teaspon before going to bed and within 5 minutes he was asleep (it usually takes him at least 30 minutes to do that)! Although he had the rapid shallow breathing due to his history of asthma, he didn’t cough during this first night and was able to sleep the entire night. He only needed 2 nebulizer treatments to control his asthma symptoms*. On the second night his asthma symptoms were gone and really slept well – even eliminated his snoring (a chronic problem due to stuffed sinuses). By day 3, he had an occassional cough – not as frequent, severe or lingering like his previous experiences (lasts for at least 2 weeks). He was even able to play basketball and spend a day outside. I only had to give it to him in the morning and before going to bed. I usually give it every 3 hours until cough is gone. Here’s to green living and good health. SAY NO TO DRUGS! *Please do not take this as a cure to his asthma symptoms. I only used this to control his cough. I have been using other approaches to control his asthma and allergies all of which I believe have currently helped him recover quickly. Should his symptoms not improve with his doctor prescribed rescue medications, we are prepared to contact his doctor/take him to the ER …