Respiratory Treatment with Mullein

Nowadays, a number of women are very prone to sickness due to environment and other factors.

The use of herbal medicine has been widely practice by health conscious people. This makes herbs as the natural way of preventing sickness aside from using the commercial cures.

Most women who have been experiencing common ailments such coughs and respiratory problems are recommended to use Mullein Leaf.

It has been observed that Mullein is a good source of relief for asthma, hoarseness, stomach aches, intestinal inflammations, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, constipation and other health conditions.

If you are a woman who is having these illnesses and you what the natural way of curing, then this herb would suit you best.

Respiratory Treatment with Mullein 

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus), which is sometimes named as flannel plant or velvet plant, belongs to the medicinal herbs that combats common sicknesses among different persons.

It has varying specie which is abundant in Europe, Middle East, United States and mountainous Western areas. This herb has been used to cure respiratory problems.

 This herb contains good amounts of tannins and flavonoids which makes it as a good antioxidant herb. Aside from being a respiratory cure, mullein also has other health benefits which include very powerful expectorant, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antihistaminic, emollient, calming, sedative and other therapeutic effects.

The herb is commonly taken in the form of herbal tea, decocts, tinctures, syrups and other herbal medicine preparations. A Mullein tea is an effective natural remedy for digestive problems. The herb can also help prevent dry coughs, sore throat, inflammations in the trachea, and other symptoms of respiratory diseases.

The strong sedative property of mullein can be used to relieve different body pains, which include menstrual pains and cramps on women. This is another herbal treatment to combat stress with its calming healing properties. The herb is also a good aid in sleeping disorders, nervous tension, anxiety and other symptoms of chronic stresses

How Mullein can be Prepared?

The respiratory treatment with Mullein can be prepared into different ways. This herb can be made into a Syrup, Infused Oil, Tincture and Teas. Here are a few preparations of this herb which can be beneficial for you. You can purchase Mullein herb from your local herbal shop or online health stores.

Mullein Syrup

• Take one teaspoon of mullein syrup at least three times a day
• The syrup is made by combining 1pint (600ml) of fresh flowers infusion with honey
• The mixture is boiled and simmers gently for 10-15 minutes.
Tincture: take three to six drop full of mullein tincture for chronic respiratory infections.

Mullein Leaf Tea

• boiling 1 tbs. dried leaves or root, in 1 cup water for 5 - 10 min
• A natural sweeter tea can be made by infusing the fresh or dried flowers
• The elderly should use milk instead of water
• Serve the tea at a pleasing temperature

Mullein Cough Drops

• ½ cup mullein leaves, packed
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 1/3 cup brown sugar

Procedure:
1. Steep the leaves in the boiled water and cover it for one hour

2. Strain then you may add brown sugar

3. Boil until the mixture reaches the soft candy stage

4. After that, you then pour onto a greased cookie sheet

5. With a butter knife, score out squares while the mixture is still soft

6. Allow to cool completely, and then break into individual squares

7. Wrap each drop in waxed paper

Having known the health benefit of Mullein, women should take herbal treatment for respiratory problems and other common diseases. Like most herbs, there is also a recommended dosage of this herb for women.

It is not advisable for women who are pregnant and breastfeeding to take the herb. The strong content of this herb may have side-effect on some women but not all. If you are planning to take this herb for treatment, it is highly recommended to consult your doctor or you could visit online store for a better clarification about the Mullein herb.