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Elecampane Root

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Elecampane Root

Inula helenium

R 89.93

Elecampane root (Inula helenium) may serve as an expectorant, antimicrobial, antiviral, and prebiotic digestive aid with notable anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It provides a calming and soothing effect on the respiratory tract, especially beneficial for bronchial coughs in children. Commonly used to alleviate excess mucus in conditions like bronchitis, asthma, and bronchial asthma, it may also exhibit activity against tuberculosis bacteria

Traditional Uses

Expectorant, antimicrobial, antiviral, prebiotic digestive aid, anti-inflammatory, and pain relief.

Benefits

  • Provides expectorant benefits for the respiratory system 
  • Supports treatment of bronchial coughs and helps clear lung mucus
  • Exhibits activity against tuberculosis bacteria
  • Contains insulins that encourage healthy gut bacteria
  • Reduces inflammation in both the gut and airways
  • Calms nerves and alleviates irritation or pain in the airways
Directions

Tea: Infuse 1 tablespoon of chopped root in 1 cup of hot water, and allow to simmer for 20-30 minutes. Strain and drink.

Warnings

Consult with a medical practitioner before use. Do not use if pregnant or lactating or allergic to the Asteraceae family. In large doses, it will cause nausea, vomiting, cramps, gas, and bloating. Reduce inflammation in the gut and airways. Soothes nerves and relieves irritation or pain in airways and diarrhea. Consult your practitioner before use if you take blood pressure/sugar medication. Do not use for extended periods (2-3 weeks).

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