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11.Herbs for Flu and Cold Prevention

We’re knee-deep into the Flu and Cold season. We Practical Herbalists are already mobilizing our defenses. We’re using prevention, stocking up on herbals, and educating friends and family. Today, we’ll talk about how you can join in on the preparations.

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Sinus Infections – Herbs to Help You Breathe Easy

Sufferers of either allergies or colds will tell you that sinus infections (sinusitis) make even the simplest tasks miserable. The symptoms are numerous: sinus pain, watery eyes, runny nose, coughs caused by post-nasal drip, fatigue, headaches, blurred vision, bad breath, jaw pain and swollen eye lids. In short – utter misery. It is not always possible to run to the doctor for antibiotics. Herbal medicine is a practical option for most households.

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Cold Care for Winter

The common cold is defined as a viral infection of the upper respiratory system. Stuffy noses, coughs and constant weariness are warning signs of an oncoming cold. There are over two hundred different types of rhino-viruses and since they travel through the air and via physical contact with ever benign objects such as doorknobs or light switches, these viruses are very successful. Although colds only last 2 weeks and host only mild symptoms, they can open the door to other more complicated bacterial infections like the flu, strep throat, or ear infections.

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