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Coltsfoot Herbal Remedy

Benefits of Coltsfoot Herb - Tussilago farfara Coltsfoot herb information Coltsfoot leaf is used by herbal practitioners as a soothing expectorant and anti-spasmodic. Coltsfoot leaf can be used for: Chronic or acute bronchitis Irritating coughs Whooping cough Asthma Emphysema Flu’s & colds Sore throats Precautions Do not take in pregnancy, breast feeding or liver disease due to presence of pyrrolizidine alkaloids. Not for prolonged use in children. Active compounds Tannins, mucin, glycosidal bitter principle, inulin, zinc. What herbal practitioners say about Coltsfoot leaf In Latin coltsfoot means ‘cough dispeller’ and its one of the best cough remedies around. It combines a soothing expectorant action with an anti-spasmodic effect and is useful in the treatment of dry, irritating coughs, bronchitis, whooping cough, difficulty breathing and asthma. It is especially useful in the treatment of chronic respiratory disorders such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis. It also helps the bronchioles to recover after damage from smoking. The leaves contain zinc which has been shown to have an anti-inflammatory action, which is useful in the treatment of sore throats, laryngitis, hoarseness, flu and colds. Tincture dose Adult dose: 1 - 3mls three times a day. Children’s dose: 0.7 - 1mls three times a day. When buying herbal remedies always buy tinctures not pills or capsules. Click here for more information and advice on buying herbal remedies. Naturopaths treat the whole person not just the disease or condition. That's why you cannot use this site for diagnosis or treatment. The information we provide should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. We recommend that you visit a qualified naturopath or find a GP who is sympathetic to a naturopathic approach. Click here for our full disclaimer.	Research home Herbal remedies Advice on buying herbal remedies

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