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Herbal Basics – What Is an Expectorant?

In herbal medicine, there are terms that describe herbs’ specific effects or actions on the body. Often, these terms aren’t immediately recognizable – one of them being “expectorant”.   An expectorant is an agent that promotes the discharge or expulsion of mucus from the lungs and respiratory tract. The term come from the Latin word for…

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Your Complete Guide to Plant Medicine Cold & Flu Remedies

Cold and flu season is here, and we’re all on guard to protect our health.  There are plenty of cold & flu over-the-counter products on the market that can help ease symptoms temporarily, but they often come with side effects like drowsiness, or dryness—and, once they’ve worn off, the symptoms rear back up.   The key…

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Breathe Easy! Herbal Support for Cold & Flu

Cold and flu season arrives along with cooler, drier air – a pairing that makes us all more vulnerable to lung and bronchial issues. Deep rattling chest congestion, dry hacking coughs, and heaviness in the chest are all sure signs of respiratory irritation or infection – that can range from mildly irritating to keeping you…

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