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How to Treat Severe Bronchitis with Natural Home Treatments

October 26, 2009


Bronchitis can cause a lot of stress. From severe coughing that leads to chest pain to headaches and inflammation in the throat; the symptoms are severe. In order to treat the condition you need to first pay attention to the inflammation in the throat.

This condition is caused by viral infections and in order to get rid of it you need to increase the amount of Vitamin C you consume during the day. If you are a nicotine addict then you are in definite need of a vitamin boost. You can get the vitamin in the supplement form but there are several other sources of attaining the vitamin. Most fruits and orange and red vegetables are high in Vitamin C. You can have vitamin C supplements 3 to 4 times a day.

There are several foods and herbs that help to fight the infection as well. Herbs like ginger are extremely beneficial for when you are suffering with this condition. Start with brewing ginger with your cup of tea. You could also add the herb to your food preparations or mix ginger in the powder form with a spoon of honey and consume this 3 to 4 times a day.

Saffron or turmeric mixed with a cup of hot milk is an effective remedy for bronchitis. It gets rid of the inflammation and also gets rid of any excess phlegm in the throat.

If the infection is accompanied by constant sneezing and a stuffy nose then you can use eucalyptus oil to get rid of the stuffiness and congestion. Start with diluting the oil in some base oil. You can use almond or coconut oil as a base. After blending the oils you must massage the oils onto your back and chest and on the temples.

You can also use the oil on a handkerchief and keep breathing in the fumes daily. Another way to use the oil is to dilute it in water and inhale the fumes. It will make the mucus thin and eliminate it from the body.


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