Respiratory: Symptoms of the upper respiratory tract like bronchitis and whooping cough (German Commission E approved), allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, sore throat, laryngitis, tonsillitis,

sore mouth, expectorant (helps you cough up mucus), cough

Ears: Fungal and bacterial infections of ear canals

Cardiovascular: May help reduce blood pressure (being studied)

Gastrointestinal: Thrush, upset stomach (gastritis), diarrhea, gas, parasitic worm infections, bad breath (halitosis), tooth decay (in some commercially prepared products like Listerine. Helps fight dental infection (reportedly eases dental pain as well)

Musculoskeletal: Rheumatoid arthritis

Neurologic: Dyspraxia (movement disorder) improves sleep

Skin: It may help treat skin disorders, baldness, and inflammation, promote wound healing (may help treat resistant strains of Staphylococcus, Enterococcus, E. coli, and Pseudomonas bacteria), and help fight fungal infections and acne.

Immunity: May help boost immunity

Cancer: This may help decrease breast and colon cancer growth.

Other: Bedwetting, diuretic, appetite stimulant, insecticide and repellant (including ticks)

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SIDE EFFECTS: Rash

CAUTION/CONTRAINDICATION: None known

FORMS: Teas, oils, poultices, lotions, extract, mouthwash, capsules, leaves, powder

RECOMMENDED BRANDS

No recommended brands available at this time

DOSAGES

As directed on the product label. Some clinical and consumer sources describe a wide range of herbal amounts, and many are not supported by strong evidence. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Amounts used in studies vary widely depending on the formulation and purpose. These study amounts are not clinical recommendations and may not apply to consumer products.

• 1-2 gm dried herb as a tea 3-4 times daily as needed

*Disclaimer: The material above is for informational purposes only. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure a condition. The uses listed above are tentative; some have or are undergoing research trials, but many are not FDA-approved. It is essential that you investigate these supplements further before deciding to use them. Check interactions and contraindications on sites like Drugs.com or WebMD. Do not attempt to treat a serious condition like liver, kidney problems, high blood pressure, heart, cancer, diabetes, or thyroid issues without discussing it with a healthcare provider first. If you are pregnant, do not use supplements without discussing it with your healthcare provider.