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| retic herbs such as yarrow or boneset which stimulate skin elimination. |
| A direct approach would involve using actively analgesic herbs to kill the pain. There are a number of very effective plants that can do this but they are unfortunately unavailable for general use. It is these very plants that were the original source of the prescription painkillers. The problem with these herbs as well as with the drugs is one of potential dependency. |
| A diet which reduces mucus production is also essential. In particular, a fruit fast for two or three days can help clear a system clogged and overburdened by toxic wastes. Hot lemon drinks reduce mucus production and so do garlic, onions and horseradish (grate the fresh root into cider vinegar or lemon juice and eat a little each day). Mustard and aromatic herbs like oregano may also be added to the food. Extra zinc and vitamin C will help build up the body's resistance to infection. |
| Sometimes, emotional factors like suppressed grief can lead to blocked upper respiratory passages. In these cases, a good cry can free this blocked energy and alleviate the problem. Some cases of chronic mucus production are due to allergy. |
| The herbal approach to sinus headaches is to clear the sinuses rather than simply to kill the pain. Antimicrobial herbs are pivotal in the treatment of this often entrenched condition. These herbs will help the body deal with any infection present and also support the immune system in resisting the development of secondary infection. Remedies known as anticatarrhals will ease the symptomatic discomfort that is characteristic of this problem, also helping the body in the removal of the buildup of mucus in the sinus cavities. |
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