Taking deep, nourishing breaths of fresh air shouldn't be a chore. This easy-to-use reference presents a holistic approach to treating chronic respiratory conditions such as asthma and allergies, as well as shorter-term ailments like bronchitis, hay fever, sinusitis, and the common cold. Noted herbal clinician David Hoffman presents an overview of common respiratory conditions, then details preventative strategies, lifestyle changes, and healing herbal formulas to address each. An A-to-Z directory of the most helpful herbs for the respiratory system includes preparation suggestions and dosage guidelines. This accessible handbook details a holistic and natural approach to treating and preventing familiar respiratory conditions, including asthma, allergies, bronchitis, hay fever, sinusitis, and the common cold.
If you're one of the millions of people who suffer from asthma, allergies, bronchitis, or other lung conditions, you know how difficult it can be to get deep, nourishing breaths of fresh air. Taking a holistic approach to respiratory care, noted herbal clinician David Hoffmann shows you how to help yourself with a combination of herbal medicines and lifestyle changes.
This easy-reference guide offers an overview of common respiratory ailments, with preventive strategies and healing herbal formulas suggested for each condition. You'll also find an A-to-Z directory of the most helpful herbs for the respiratory system — including preparation and dosage guidelines. Discover how nature's own medicine chest can help you enjoy better health, greater vitality, and easy breathing! 1 How We Breathe
2 The Main Threats to Respiratory Health
3 How Herbs Can Help
4 Common Respiratory Conditions and Treatments
5 A Guide to the Healing Herbs
6 Making Herbal Medicine
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