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| recommended for whooping cough, bronchitis and asthma. Brew as an infusion. |
| Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia). |
| Tea tree oil has become a household word in recent years, thanks to the promotional efforts of Australian tea tree oil producers. The essential oil of Melaleuca applied under the nose or to the chest helps relieve congestion; lozenges and mouthwashes containing the oil soothe sore throats; the oil is a powerful disinfectant and can be used to prevent the growth of mold or bacteria in the reservoirs of humidifiers and dehumidifiers; and a 0.8 percent solution has been shown to kill dust mites. |
| Wild Cherry Bark (Prunus serotina). |
| A familiar cough drop ingredient, wild cherry bark helps prevent congestion, increases expectoration, is an antispasmodic, an antiseptic and a relaxing nervine. Because it sedates the cough reflex, wild cherry bark is useful in treating bronchitis, whooping cough and smoker's cough. The herb can be used in infusions or decoctions. |
| To make an effective cough syrup, simmer 1 teaspoon wild cherry bark with 2 teaspoons chopped marshmallow root in 2 cups water for 20 minutes. Add 2 cups sugar or honey, stir well and simmer 5 minutes. Pour into a glass jar and seal. |
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