Anti-catarrhal (Chedana)
These herbs help the body to remove excess phlegm from the body. They’re mainly used in ear, nose and throat infections. They’ll help eliminate mucus in the sinuses while playing a role in a broader based treatment objectives.
How Anti-catarrhals Work
Some herbs work by thinning the mucus making it more watery and easier to expel, others will reduce the mucous secretions directly. The astringent action of tannins is common to many of these herbs.
Herbal Examples
Euphrasia sp. (Eyebright)
Hydrastiscanadensis (Goldenseal)
Solidagovirgaurea (Golden rod)
Plantago major/lanceolata (Plantain)
Baptisiatinctoria (Wild Indigo)
Ephedra sinica (Ma Huang)
Sambucusnigra (Elderberry & flower)Â
Menthapiperita (Peppermint)