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| Herbs for the Pulmonary System |
| There are many ways to classify herbs, which is why the vocabulary of herbalists is so rich with descriptive terms like expectorant, demulcent, stimulant and nervine. Here are the categories that deal with respiratory conditions. |
| Anticatarrhal herbs heal the chronic inflammation of respiratory mucous membranes. They prevent the buildup of excess mucus. Examples include cayenne pepper, sage, goldenseal, mullein, ginger, echinacea and garlic. |
| Antispasmodic herbs relax cramping muscles. Pulmonary antispasmodics have a special affinity for the respiratory system and are most helpful in treating asthma. Lobelia and wild cherry bark are examples. |
| Demulcent herbs are by definition soothing. They coat irritated, inflamed tissue with mucilage and reduce coughing |
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