Persistent Cough and Congestion Herbal Blend

Kick your cough to the curb with the herbal power of my 100% organic “Persistent Cough and Congestion Herbal Blend”. The vibrant collection of these potent herbs join forces with red clover tops to calm your cough from the inside out. Mix it up with some honey and lemon to add a little soothing sweetness to this renewing blend.

Made with organic and wildcrafted herbs grown locally in the unpolluted area of beautiful NorthEastern Pennsylvania.

Made in a small, limited batch.

Cough Herbal Tea blend Ingredients:  

Coltsfoot (local, wildcrafted)
Ground Ivy (local, wildcrafted)
Red Clover (local, wildcrafted)
Thyme (organic, purchased)
Mullein leaf & Flowers (local, wildcrafted)
Yarrow (local, wildcrafted)
Heal All (local, wildcrafted)
Alfalfa (grown organically in my garden)

Coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara) has been widely used as a folk remedy in Europe for thousands of years. Coltsfoot is used as a respiratory disinfectant, expectorant, and cough suppressant and makes an effective tea to clear congestion. Since the days of ancient Greece and Rome, coltsfoot has been used to relieve asthma and bronchial congestion. Key actions: Antiscrofulous, Antitussive, Astringent, Demulcent, Emollient, Expectorant, Tonic. Uses: Asthma, Bronchitis, Colds, Congestion, Nicotine addiction, Cough, Whooping cough. Constituents: mucilage, alkaloid, saponins, tannin (especially in the leaf), zinc, potassium, calcium. Read my article “Colt’s Foot. Health Benefits. Medicinal Uses. Preparation.”

Ground Ivy (Glechoma hederacea) better know as creeping Charlie is a balsamic mint that came to us from Europe and has spread throughout much of North America. Ground Ivy contains a volatile oil which aids in relieving congestion and inflammation of mucous membranes associated with colds, flu, and sinusitis. Ground ivy tea or juice is well tolerated and can be given to small children. The Herb reportedly was used for centuries to prevent and treat a type of lead poisoning called “painter’s colic” and other heavy metals, making it a great herb to add in a detox formula. This herb is also a great diuretic, helping to eliminate waste and toxins from the kidneys and liver. Herbalists Matthew Wood and David Winston have both used ground ivy for mercury poisoning. Key actions: Antibacterial, Antiviral, Antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-allergenic, Antihistamine, Antioxidant, Antispasmodic, Anti-tumor, Expectorant, Diuretic, Tonic, Immune-stimulant, gentle Sedative. Uses: colds, flu, sinusitis, digestive disorders, gastritis, diarrhea, kidney & Liver diseases, indigestion, lead & mercury poisoning. Arthritis. Joint and muscle pain (rheumatism). Ringing in the ears (tinnitus). Diarrhea. Hemorrhoids. Stomach problems. Bladder and Kidney stones. Wounds or other skin conditions, when applied directly to the skin. Constituents: Vitamin C, flavonoids, volatile oil, sesquiterpenes, a bitter principle (glechomine), caffeic acids and tannins. Read my article “Ground Ivy (Glechoma hederacea) Health Benefits. Medicinal Uses. Preparation.”

Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) (handpicked from local wild clover fields) – very powerful purifying and diuretic herb! It is incredible for cleansing the blood. The flowers have the ability to carry waste out of the bloodstream, making this herb a valuable part of any detoxification protocol. Red Clover contributes generously to bone health and helps normalize thyroid. Assisting in combating minor digestive problems like indigestion, increased acidity, heartburn, etc. Red clover is also a powerful tonic, helping to assist in toxin breakdown within the lymphatic system. Its expectorant properties are also great for individuals needing lung support. Source of many valuable nutrients including calcium, chromium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, thiamine, and vitamin C.

Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) is not just for your Italian dishes. It’s great for it’s cleansing and purifying properties for the skin but also for supporting a healthy immune system. It’s in this product for its broad-spectrum activity in promoting immunity and cellular health. Thyme tea is traditionally used for a cough, hangover, flu, and sore throat. Thyme has primarily been used respiratory ailments for its infection-fighting and cough suppressive qualities and has been employed with success as a safe cure for Whooping cough. Thyme honey is ideal for sweetening herb teas. Blend thyme with nettle for allergies and mints for colds and congestion. Antiseptic, antispasmodic, tonic and carminative, Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antioxidant, AntiViral, Depurative, Digestive, Insect repellent, Mental Clarity, Nervine, Vermifuge. In herbal medicine, Thyme is generally used in combination with other remedies.

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) has long been loved for soothing the lungs and quelling coughs. It is a mild relaxant to the lungs and also a mild demulcent. It soothes inflammation and dryness – often the causes of irritation for people with smoke exposure. In addition to the leaf, mullein flowers can have an added benefit to these dry irritated conditions. Mullein is wonderful for coughs and lung inflammation from all kinds of irritants and pathologies, whether it is particulate matter in the air or symptoms from asthma or an upper respiratory infection. It is a gentle herb that is safe for children and the elderly. Traditional uses: Colds. Flu. Asthma. Ear infections, Diarrhea. Migraines. Gout. Tuberculosis. Pneumonia. Cough. Sore throat. Bronchitis. Wounds. Hemorrhoids. Contains high levels of calcium and magnesium.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) (handpicked on our land) – Yarrow is one of the very best herbs to have on hand to treat winter colds and flu. A hot cup of yarrow tea makes you sweat and helps the body expel toxins while reducing fever, it supports liver and lungs. The chemical makeup of yarrow is complex, and it contains many active medicinal compounds which are anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, astringent, bitter, digestive, hypotensive, nervine…

Heal All (Prunella vulgaris) – this herb’s benefits were mysterious for a time, while medicinal studies indicate that the legends may truly support scientific evidence. Just as it is named, the “Self-Heal herb” is applied externally as a healing herb in minor ailments, such as bruises, sprains, cuts, mouth sores (ulcer, mouthwash), dry eyes (used as an eyewash). As a well‑known Chinese folk medicinal herb with properties of heat and detoxification, Prunella is traditionally used to treat poor vision, blood stasis, edema, infection, mammary gland hyperplasia, hypertension, and tumors. Extensive studies have been done in the research of Prunella and scientists have found that Prunella has anti-viral properties, history of lowering blood sugar, decreasing blood pressure,anti-cancerproperties…

Alfalfa leaf (Medicago sativa) – “Father of All Herbs” its called and rightfully so! It’s a natured multivitamin and deserves to be in every tea blend. Besides an impressive list of vitamins and minerals, this herb contains it is also Cleansing the blood, Helping alleviate allergies, Aids in blood clotting, Promotes healthy digestion and Chelates heavy metals.