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Please be aware that the study of the therapeutic ramifications of taking any medication, including herbal supplements, is far from an exact science. Some sources, presumably in an effort to present an impression of providing responsible, guarded and cautionary advice, present a mountainous list of “possible” side effects, interactions and contraindications for which they neither quote, nor can we find, supporting evidence. Others simply steer clear of the subject..
Hopefully we have steered a middle course. Where there are well-established precautions to be observed we have pointed those out. Where sources make statements for which there is no supporting evidence we have not included such statements.
We value our reputation as a provider of reliable, high quality and non-sensational and non-alarmist information on the therapeutic value of herbs. That includes advice on adverse side effects and interactions with other medications where they is evidence to support such advice.
We strongly suggest that you seek professional advice on the use of herbal supplements if they are to be used to treat a specific condition, rather than as a dietary supplement taken to improve one's general feeling of wellbeing. If you do seek advice, please do so from someone who is qualified to advise on the therapeutic ramifications, good and bad, of using herbs for medicinal purposes. That would have to be a qualified herbalist or, ideally, an ND, a Doctor of Naturopathy, if you can locate one ( this link might help).Furthermore, we point out that statements regarding any products mentioned on this page have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration of the USA or the equivalent statutory authority of any other country. The products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information on this Web site is designed for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice or care. Again we emphasise that you should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your health care professional
commonly used herbs :
Chamomile, 
Echinacea purpurea, 
,
Eyebright, 
,
occasionally used herbs
Astragalus, 
Nettle Root, 
Plantain, 
Licorice, 
Passion Flower, 
,
an aromatherapy pillow and space spray for chest and respiratory tract health in adults and children.
For Natural Allergy Relief
for relief of colds and flu
for respiratory and prostate issues
For Natural Asthma Relief
For Fast, Effective, Natural Allergy Relief
and so on. In the case of respiratory conditions, including asthma, a plethora of herbs with origins all over the world prove useful.
Possibly one of the most commonly used is
Astragalus from China to strengthen the immune system; the Mediterranean has provided
us with 
Echinacea, Garlic,
Eyebright,
Lemon Balm,
Lobelia,
Licorice and
Butterburr to fight off coughs and colds.
We have Japan to thank for Green tea with its wonderful antioxidant properties. Herbs such as the Willows, be they black, white or purple and Meadowsweet which provides us 
with Salicin which has an aspirin like effect without the risks of gastric discomfort
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In England the relaxing aroma of Chamomile was inhaled as snuff or smoked to relieve asthma and hot infusions of Coltsfoot used to relieve catarrh 
. a part to play in the products on this page.
A tea of Fenugreek seed was used as a gargle for sore throats. Plantago (plantain) has been approved in Europe to treat coughs and soothe the irritation of mucous membranes.
These herbs and others, including Goldenseal
have 
been used in folk medicine to the present day to combat infections of the sensitive mucous membranes and
Nettle, well known for its
anti-histamine properties, and others, have a long history of success in relieving repiratory problems.