Healing Wise

October 30, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Intestinal Health, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

August 28, 2011

Allergies in Children

Dear Susun:

My wife is a regular reader of Sage Woman and we are writing to you asking for help with a situation with our granddaughter.

She is 2 1/2 years old and lives in Los Angeles. Her nose runs a lot and the pediatrician said it is due to allergies, but he does not know what she might be allergic to.

Is there anything that could help her with this?

Also, she was being given sweet echinacea to help boost her immune system. While it seems to have helped, the product makes her hyperactive and she doesn't sleep well when she is taking it.

Whatever suggestions you can offer will be very appreciated.

Thanks so much.

Hello,

Some things to try for your granddaugher's allergies would be nettles both as a cooked green and as infusions, also oatstraw infusions.

http://www.susunweed.com/Article_Strengthen_Your_Immune_System.htm

Elder flower tea can help with a runny nose due to allergies. Chickweed tincture and infusions as well can be helpful.

Nettles are also a wonderful way to build up ones immune system. Dandelion (eat the fresh leaves and flowers and cooked greens) and honeysuckle (Harvest flower buds and dry quickly in the sun without turning or handling, infuse in water overnight (one ounce dried blossoms to one quart boiling water in a tightly sealed jar steeped for 4-10 hours), and drunk freely. These are both are good at building immune system.

Here are links to more articles that you may find useful:

http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/June04/wisewoman.htm

http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/November04/healingwise.htm

Currently Susun is devoting her time to her forthcoming book, “Down There, reproductive health for women and men” due out soon. You can speak with Susun during her Free hotline Tuesday evenings between 7:30-9:30 pm eastern time or by appointment for a moderate fee (15min/$30 or 30min/$50).

For a free consultation, call 845-246-8081 on Tuesday evenings May through October, 7:30-9:30pm EST. For a private phone consultation, go to: www.herbalmedicinehealing.com/store/

You might also go to the Wise Woman Forum to ask your question in case a member can offer you further help: www.susunweed.com/wisewomanforum.htm.

Blessings,

Wise Woman Team

You can get your health questions answered by Susun in one of two ways. Call our free herbal/health hot line (845-246-8081) Tuesday evenings, 7:30-9:30 pm EST, dates are April through October. Or you may register for a private telephone consultation. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

August 28, 2011 in Books for Women, Food and Drink, Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Herbal Allies, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

August 25, 2011

Strengthening the Lungs the Wise Woman Way

Hi Susun,

I am breastfeeding my 15-month old and would like to take some herbs to help clean/heal my lungs.( I am an ex-smoker) Can you recommend what would be good for this and what i should stay away from. I amconsidering Dr. Christophers Lung formula that has comfrey,mullein, lobelia, marshmallow and chickweed in a glycerine base. What do you think?

Hi,

Overall the list of ingredients looks fine. Lobelia is considered a powerful herb and can produce side-effects in some such as nausea, stupor and a burning in the throat. Most likely there is not enough in the formula to worry about but that is what makes it more difficult with forumulas as opposed to a simple with one ingredient. If you do have a reaction, which herb is producing it? However if you feel comfortable with the tincture, I think it would be fine to use.

If you are hesitant, an easy and inexpensive way to start clearing your lungs would be drinking infusions of mullein. This is probably your biggest lung ally. From Susun: "To strengthen the lungs, or to restore health to lung tissues after "assaults" such as tobacco smoke or radiation: 1-2 cups of mullein infusion daily for six weeks is suggested." Drinking it by diluting it half with warm milk is ideal for optimum lung healing - and tastes great. Chickweed and comfrey can also be used simply as infusions. All easy to use and overall nourishing for you as you breastfeed. Just let us know if you need anything else.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

August 25, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Herbal Safety, Weblogs, Weeds | Permalink | Comments (0)

August 23, 2011

Herbal Remedies for Cracked Skin

Hi,

My mum has very bad cracks on her heels and on her thumbs. What can she take and what can she put on them?

Hi,

A few things I would try for your mother's skin would be external use of salves with herbs such as comfrey, chickweed and plantain. These herbs are all very healing and beneficial for the skin. Internally, if she is not, it is always a good idea to start drinking daily infusions to help balance the body and create an environment within for healing to take place. I am including a link for infusions if you are not familiar with them.

Also burdock root is an wonderful ally for skin conditions - You can include burdock root infusions or use burdock root or burdock seed tincture - (20-40 drops up to 4 times a day). I would also incorporate dandelion greens and the burdock root as food. The dandelion is wonderful sauteed up as one does with other greens and I always throw some burdock root into stocks, soups as well as slice up and roast.

Just let us know if you need any further assistance.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

August 23, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0)

June 09, 2011

Herbal Eyewash

Hello!

I have searched and searched your archives...and even tried google and various other sources in hopes of finding and herbal eyewash/infusion that I could use...

I had lasik surgery four weeks ago and one of my eyes is very, very dry and gets a haze over it. The "lubricating" eye drops are ridiculous they almost seem to add to the problem. The herbal eyewash I purchased one time for tired eyes years ago...isn't being carried locally.

I have read a few things online about eyebright ( tincture added to distilled water...or some green tea infusion) ( one recipe includes cayenne!...) but I thought I would take this to a trustworthy source and see if I can finally get a some relief!

as a side note...I thought I "knew stuff" about herbs just from growing up with indigenous healers and so much self study...I realize just how very little I know as I take part in your classes and read all you offer on your website... I am so happy to be starting at ...the beginning and feel blessed to have your knowledge and experience at my fingertips. You have gifted the world a beautiful thing thank you!

Bright blessings to you and yours...

Hi Lisa,

Have you tried chickweed? Usually is the first thing that I reach for eye stuff.

Susun's Chickweed Eye Lotion:

4 oz distilled water

4 oz witch hazel

1 TBS chickweed tincture

combine all ingredients in a bottle, shake well. Wet a cotton ball or cloth with lotion and apply to closed eyes for 3 minutes.

Chamomile is often used to help with dry eyes - you can either place teabags on eyes or make tea, strain well and put a couple drops in eyes. Of course, eyebright is good on it's own as a wash, but I certainly wouldn't add cayenne!

Make sure you are eating plenty of good Omega 3 fats - salmon, sardines.

Borage infusions have been used traditionally as eye washes as well - especially for tired eyes.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

June 09, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

March 10, 2011

Herbal Skin Care

Hello Ms. Weed,

...I am currently in the process of trying to make my skincare business all natural and organic: I am very interested in making my own products such as cleansers, masks, oils, etc.

...I was wondering if you could offer some advice on which of your classes would benefit me in my endeavor. Also which of your books would benefit me the most as far as finding recipies for skincare.

I am very interested in meeting you and attending your classes so any information you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you so much for your time...

Hello,

I would say that Susun's focus is on establishing a relationship with the plants and herbs. Her approach is a shamanic one where you apply your intuition in learning about the plants. With incorporating plants for any use, it is always important to have a firm foundation on which to build and this is mainly what Susun supplies. I do not know how much experience you have with herbs but, of course, the learning is all entwined together. For that reason I do feel that any of Susun's upcoming workshop would be helpful in your endeavors.

Her book Healing Wise does contain some recipes for skincare and if I were you, I would perhaps check out these upcoming workshops first, such as: May 23: Hands-on First Aid with Susun Weed; June 27: Talking with Plants with Susun Weed; Sept 18: Sensual and Scented with Susun Weed.

We will be putting up the schedule online shortly, so it would be good to periodically check here for any changes, additions, etc: http://www.susunweed.com/EventsCalendar.htm

Also I would suggest checking out our forum: http://healingwiseforum.com/ . We have a room devoted to Body/Skin care and you will find numerous resources available. Just let us know if you need any additional information.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

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You can get your health questions answered by Susun in one of two ways. Join the health hotline teleseminar on Monday and Thursday evenings 8pm EST, through the winter months. Or you may register for a private telephone consultation. You can also join the free women's health forum where hundreds of wise woman can help you. Sign up for the free herbal healing ezine, filled with wise woman wit and wisdom. Visit the Wise Woman Bookshop for online university, gift shop, bookshop, digital downloads, and more. Go to www.susunweed.com for a complete list of offerings including radio show and free videos.

March 10, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Herbal Allies, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

February 16, 2011

Infused Oils vs. Essential Oils

I use EOs and Infused oils.I find myself drawn to infused oils more. I make them myself, I love that I know whats in it, the process is very personal.

My question is do you consider infused oils as effective or more effective than EOs? Can I accomplish the same things with infused oils as I could EOs?

If I am making a balm or salve that calls for EOs can I use infused oils instead?

Thank you very much...

Hello,

You can absolutely use infused oils instead of EO's for oils, salves, etc. This is how Susun makes her oils and salves. EO's are a potent medicine that is nearly impossible to make at home. On top of that they are expensive and come with a long list of cautions in regards to their use. I would certainly prefer to use infused oils - I make them at a far lower costs, I don't have to worry about the quality because I know exactly what is going into them and they are far safer while still containing all the healing properties we are looking for.

I am including an article that goes deeper into Susun's thoughts on EO's as opposed to infused oils.

Just let us know if you need any additional assistance.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

February 16, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

February 12, 2011

Boosting Immunity

Hello Susun,

I am desperate for some good info!!!...I have been getting sick with EVERY virus that has come my way, usually I only get sick 2 times a year with sinus problems. I know stress really knocks out the immune system so a while back I started taking zinc, vit D, elderberry, multivitamins, vit B complex, and fish oil. It does not seem to be helping me ward off these illnesses or even shorten them, I seem to be getting sick with the next bug before I am even recovered form the previous. Do you have any suggestions for helping the immune system when it has been affected by high stress?

... Any advice you have will be SO welcomed and appreciated!!!

Hi,

Susun isn't for multi-vitamins, preferring to use herbal infusions for all her additional vitamin and mineral needs. Daily use of them will help with health and immunity. I make sure to rotate between oatstraw, nettles, red clover, comfrey leaf and then adding additional linden and mullein, especially during winter.

I would also be adding seaweed and medicinal mushrooms to my diet. Also love astragalus - can make tincture and I always throw some into a pot of soup, along with plenty of garlic. I can direct you to a link Susun wrote on the immune system but as you know, our minds play a big part of what manifests. Divorce, stress - all effects us and until we are settled within ourselves in regards with our circumstances, illnesses will be more likely. Having some kind of support system, exercising regularly, meditating - all are important.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/July10/healingwise.htm

February 12, 2011 in Food and Drink, Healing Recipes, Nourishing Herbal Infusions, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (1)

February 02, 2011

Mastitis in Goats

Hello Susun,

I am an Aussie lady desperate to cure her dairy goats of sub clinical mastitis. I have read an article by you online suggesting Echinacea and poke root...which I ordered form a herbalist here in Australia and have been giving to my girls at milking twice a day along with ample amounts of garlic for one week now. How long is it safe to continue this treatment (tested milk yesterday...has improved but not right yet)? These goats must have picked up the mastitis when they were drying up as the milk was fine previously but not post kidding. Prior to the herbs I gave them dolomite and Vit C for several months but the milk was still bad. Any advice will be much appreciated,

Kind regards...

Hello,

You can continue with the Echinacea as long as you like, make sure your dosage is high enough. The poke should only be used sparingly, while situation is critical….no more than 7 days, then off for a week, then you could use again for a week. poke can be hard of the system, even fatal in large doses.

Here from Susun:

There’s a big bottle of echinacea root tincture (Echinacea augustifolia) in the barn. (I make it by the quart.) And a smaller one of poke root tincture (Phytolacca americana). My goats rarely get mastitis, but anyone who keeps dairy animals knows it can happen suddenly, so I prefer to be prepared. Poke root tincture is a specific against breast infections. Echinacea is a superb antibacterial and immune system nourisher. I add one dropperful of poke tincture to an ounce of echinacea tincture. The dosage for a full-grown goat is about six dropperfuls of the echinacea-poke mixture. In the most severe cases, we will dose on an hourly basis. As the mastitis recedes, we lengthen the time between doses. I have found even difficult cases of mastitis will bow to frequent, large doses of echinacea.

The worst mastitis I ever dealt with was caused by acorns. Our star producer – we had to milk her three times a day or she would leak milk – gorged herself on fallen acorns. We didn’t realize how many acorns she had eaten until milking time. She was down and her udder was the size of a beach ball. We gave her eight droppers of echinacea/poke every half-hour, and poulticed her udder with warm, boiled cabbage leaves almost continually throughout the night. By dawn, we could milk her, though we continued to give her echinacea/poke every two hours for a few days.

Read the complete article here

love,

Justine

February 02, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Herbal Allies, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

January 27, 2011

Herbal Suggestions for Depression

Hi,

I went on St. John's Wort recently b/c I miscarried at nearly 8 wks gestation & have been having a hard time-w-the loss since. My sister just announced that she's expecting & that has suddenly made our loss all the more difficult b/c this same thing happened to us 2 yrs ago. My sister & I were both expecting then & I miscarried, our baby had been due 1 mo to the day of my niece's estimated birth date. Now we look at her at times & think there should be 2 children that age, there should be cousins playing together & experiencing going through the same milestones.

Now I feel that I have to speed up regulating my hormones & my mood swings to get back to normal quickly before Christmas when I'll see my sister approx 11 wks into her pregnancy, showing quite a bit. I know all the conversation will be focused on that, even though everyone is aware we just miscarried.

I read on a herbal website that you shouldn't use a asthma inhailor when on St. Johns wart b/c it could cause some sort of interaction. I wondered if you know anymore about it b/c now-w-the colder weather & the furnace being on it's been triggering my asthma. I went 3 days-w-out taking the St. Johns Wort so that I could use my inhailor & then I felt really weird, kind of dizzy & my heart was racing a bit, but I did have to take a double dose of my in hailor b/c the 1st dose was not effective & my lungs were hurting pretty badly.

I also wondered about how much St. John's wart can or should be taken mine are 300mg capsules & I'm sometimes taking 2 or 3 per day, other days I forget to take it or don't b/c of my asthma. You mentioned something about it's better to get it in another form instead of the capsules, so is that less potent? Why is it that capsule form isn't as good?

Is there anything else that would work as well on depression caused by a miscarriage as St. John's that might be safer to be on for asthmatics? I'm also taking Maca to try to regulate my hormones again. I should probably start on garlic again for my asthma. What else could I be doing to stop the mood swings feelings of depression?

Hello,

Susun does not recommend taking St. John's in capsule form - only tincture for internal use. Some of the side effects you mention such as dizziness have often been reported from people, even if they don't have asthma. Supplements in capsule forms are made when certain constituents are removed from a plant, destroying whatever synergy there was that was beneficial. It is always better to work with the whole spirit of the plant as opposed to just one part. So, you could try taking the tincture instead of the capsules and see if you still have a reaction. Usual dosage would be a dropperful of tincture taken 1-3 times daily.

I would also be drinking oatstraw infusions. From Susun: Oatstraw infusion (not tea, tincture, or capsules) has been an ally for depressed women since earliest times. Gentle Avena nourishes the nerves and helps you remember why life is worth living. To make an infusion: Brew one ounce by weight of dried herb (that's a cup by volume) in a quart jar filled to the top with boiling water. Steep for at least four hours, then strain and refrigerate your infusion. Drink as many cups a day as you wish. Or make an oatstraw bath by adding two quarts of infusion to your bath water.

Make sure you are keeping a healthy diet, especially need calcium, zinc, and B vitamins. Eat organic cheese and yogurt, more garlic and mushrooms, more whole grains and beans.

Another option from Susun: Lemon Balm leaves - Considered a specific for helping one cope with life situations that are difficult to accept... Melissa is an old favorite for depression, melancholy, and hysteria. One or two cups of the good tasting infusion, mellowed with milk and honey, every day for a week or two will suffice.

If you are in the middle of a mood swing, reach for motherwort tincture. Not only a calmative, but has been used traditionally for both heart and lung issues. Take 10-20 drops as often as every ten minutes until you feel yourself begin to calm back down.

Of course, always so important to take care of yourself, give yourself time and space to grieve, honor what happened and have a good support system.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

January 27, 2011 in Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Herbal Allies, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

January 21, 2011

Herbs and Diet for Gum Health

Dear Susun,

I hope you will be able to respond quickly, as I will need to decide whether to continue with a holistic approach or have gum surgery. (My dental insurance will run-out shortly so if I am to have surgery, I will need to do it within the next 2 months. I prefer not to have surgery, but I am not having much success with my current practices.)

My gums, particularly on the right front tooth, are receding. I’ve been brushing my teeth with Tom’s Natural toothpaste, flossing, and rinsing with hydrogen peroxide 2-3 times a day. I am also visualizing re-growing the gums and trying to identify the spiritual meaning behind this “dis-ease”. So I’m trying not to “take off more than I can chew” and I’m learning to accept that “which I do not want to swallow” I read (credit given to Hilarion) that applying white oak bark powder directly to the gums will help regenerate gum growth. Have you found this to be effective? If so do you know of any good places to order the white oak bark? If not, what would work? Any suggestion would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you and Mother Earth for all she has given us...

Hello,

I would discontinue the hydrogen peroxide as it is thought to be damaging to healthy tissue and impairs wound healing, it kills resident flora which then allows bad microbes & pathogens to enter the gums. At the very least the hydrogen peroxide does not seem to improve healing or reduce bacteria, see this article http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/456300_3

I would begin drinking at least two cups of nourishing herbal infusions daily, more like three cups daily, of both nettles leaf and oatstraw. Both are very healing to the entire body including to gum and tooth health.

Learn how to make nourishing herbal infusions here

http://www.susunweed.com/Article_Bone_Health.htm

learn about lifestyle changes for bone and teeth health

Nourishing herbal infusions, mineral-rich herbal vinegars, yogurt, and seaweed, combined with attention to tonification of the muscles, unfailingly increases bone density and creates flexible, healthy bones and women.

You might also begin to work with yarrow as a mouth wash or taken internally. Learn about Yarrow here http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/April08/wisewoman.htm

Yarrow tincture not only heals wounds, it counters and prevents infection. Yarrow has been shown to be effective in killing all manner of bacteria.

Learn about Susun’s CD’s on herbal mouth care

http://www.susunweed.com/Susun_Weed_CDs.html#Mouth

sending much love,

Justine

http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/November08/grandmother.htm

January 21, 2011 in Food and Drink, Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Nourishing Herbal Infusions, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (0)

December 18, 2010

Diet and Herbal Allies for HPV

Hi There!

First of all, thanks for the tuition you give. I would like to ask a question about the flat warts I've been getting and I can't get rid of them. I've had them for years and they are multiplying. In fact, they are making me very anxious. The specialist burnt them for me, several times, but they are still growing. Is there anything I can take?

Hello,

Since these warts are caused by HPV (human papaloma virus), I am including a link to an article by Susun that helps to address this root cause.

Do your best to support your body with nourishing foods and herbal infusions on a daily basis.
More information if you are not familiar with infusions:

From Susun:
"A diet rich in carotenes, folic acid, and protein is the best remedy I know for preventing cancer and reversing dysplasia. I get carotenes from cooked sweet potatoes, winter squash, pumpkin, leafy greens, and tomato sauce. I get folic acid from nettle infusion, leafy greens, lentils, beans, seeds, whole grains and nuts. I get protein from organic meat, especially liver, organic milk, yogurt, and cheese, and nourishing herbal infusions such as nettle, oatstraw, red clover..

And, I avoid soy; it may encourage abnormal cell growth by disrupting thyroid functioning. And I let the anti-cancer trio -- red clover, dandelion, and burdock -- as infusions or in tinctures, power up my immunity and help chase away cancer. Chinese herbalists remind us that abnormal cells are overheated and we do well to avoid peppers and hot spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg when we have dysplasia."

You may wish to ally with burdock. You could buy a burdock root tincture at a health food store and take up to a dropperful of it 2-3 times a day. Of course, you can also find young burdock plants and dig up the roots and cook them or make your own vinegar or tincture.

Anti-viral tinctures such as Hyssop tincture and Hypericum could be helpful allies against HPV as well and always be careful when scratching or shaving, as flat warts often spread to other places on the body in this manner.

Susun is devoting her time to her forthcoming book, “Down There, reproductive health for women and men” due out soon. You can speak with Susun during her Free hotline Tuesday evenings between 7:30-9:30 pm eastern time or by appointment for a moderate fee (15min/$30 or 30min/$50). For a free consultation, call 845-246-8081 on Tuesday evenings May through October, 7:30-9:30pm EST. For a private phone consultation, go to: www.herbalmedicinehealing.com/store/

You might also go to the Wise Woman Forum to ask your question in case a member can offer you help: www.susunweed.com/wisewomanforum.htm.

Please let us know if you need any further assistance.

Blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

December 18, 2010 in Healing Recipes, Health Concerns, Herbal Allies, Weblogs, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (1)

December 07, 2010

Recipe for Real Marshmallows

Hello Susun!

You have an interesting and beautiful site.

Do you have the right recipe of the real marshmallows? I did some research and I couldn't find the right one. Only one recipe, but it became fluff, which is also nice according to my children.

Thank you and green herbal greetings to you,

Hello,

Fluff sounds good to me! Here is a traditional recipe. I haven't made it yet, but a friend did and she said it was delicious. I plan on trying it myself for the holidays. Now you may also be able to use the recipe you had and just scoop out spoonfuls to bake as they did here to get more of individual marshmallows:

2 egg whites
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup raw cane sugar
1 tbsp powdered Marshmallow (root)

Whip egg whites until almost stiff. Add vanilla and whip until stiff.
Then whip in the sugar, 1 tsp at the time. Finally, add Marshmallow and
whip again. Place by teaspoonfull on cookie sheet. Bake in 325 oven
for 1 hour.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

December 07, 2010 in Food and Drink, Healing Recipes, Wise Woman Q&A | Permalink | Comments (1)

December 04, 2010

Clearing Lung Congestion

Dear Susun,

I have been looking through my several herbal books by you, and
reading some forum comments, on herbs to use for lung health. But
what I have found has been about healing from colds, asthma,
bronchial conditions, cancer, etc. while my concern is different.

I grew up in a family of heavy smokers. I also smoked cigarettes (and
grass/marijuana) heavily during my teenage years, though I quit all
of that by the time I was 16. I am now 51 and have always had a
tendency toward a racking cough, especially when I have deep emotions
coming up. I am working on the emotional end of things and I would
like an herbal ally for healing and clearing my lungs of this old
congestion. Is it mullein? Burdock? Violet? Dandelion? Nettles?

Or something else?

I do have lots of nettles growing here, but I think they are best
harvested in early spring... and I don't feel a strong affinity for
them. I'm very sensitive to the bite.

I do love dandelion root tea. And honeys made with herbs sound good
to me...

thank you for any suggestions.

Greetings,

We would use mullein infusions. Super tasty warm with a bit of honey. :)

The dandelion root tea would be a good idea - you could also make infusions or take the tincture. Also Susun states that those with chronic lung problems, especially due to smoking or exposure to smoking and/or chemicals often report great benefits from burdock seed. Easiest way to use would be the tincture (20-40 drops, taken up to 4 times a day)

I would also incorporate chickweed infusions for her expectorant qualities. Eating her fresh when available would be beneficial as well. Just let us know if you need any further assistance.

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team