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Ayurvedic Formula #9



    UPPER RESPIRATORY (Lungs, Bronchioles and Sinuses)
    To warm and clear the lung, tonify the spleen
    Ma huang (chief herb)
    Platycodon (chief herb)
    Comfrey root (assisting herb)
    Mullein (assisting herb)
    Wild cherry bark (assisting herb)
    Licorice (assisting herb)
    Elecampane (supporting herb)
    Ginger (conducting herb)
    Cinnamon twigs (conducting herb)
    Wild ginger root (conducting herb)
    This formula is dispersing, decongesting; good for colds, flu, allergies, asthma and upper respiratory problems. It is excellent to help offset the harmful effects of smoking on the lungs. It has a neutral-to-warm energy.

    Dosage: take 2 or more tbsp. 3 or more times daily with warm water.

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