Teas to treat the cold

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Plantain tea (plantago)

Plantain leaves (Plantago) are rich in calcium and other minerals and vitamins, but especially, they are rich in vitamin K, with aucubin as the active ingredient, responsible for most of its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, it also has the specific allantoin that helps in skin regeneration. Its very promising use in the treatment of bleeding cuts and wounds, and for its astringent, emollient and fluidizing properties of phlegm both in the respiratory tract and in the digestive system - thus, it is a very useful plant in flu-like conditions, diarrhea and other difficulties resulting cooling or viruses. It can also be used as an aid in the treatment of stomach ulcers, gastritis and other gastrointestinal inflammatory processes ... View more »

Pau d'arco tea

The bark of pau d'arco is rich in flavonoids with a known antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action, such as quercetin, and coenzyme Q10, a potent cell regenerator. Known for its effectiveness in combating anemia and the stimulating effect of the body's immunity, although I have numerous other benefits. In terms of anemia, pau d'arco stimulates the production of blood cells in the red bone marrow, including red blood cells. For this reason, it is advantageous in helping to treat leukopenia or leukemia (reduced number of white blood cells in the blood) and chemotherapy, helping to produce white blood cells. Due to its immunostimulating effect, it is also known as a natural “anti-biotic”, working well as a preventive and supporting agent in the treatment of flu and other respiratory infections and, also, urinary tract infections. Due to its action in stimulating cell regeneration, it has been
used as an aid in the treatment of wounds, insect bites, eczema, psoriasis, varicose ulcers, and even internal ulcers, being above all a reference in the treatment of stomach ulcers, duodenum and uterine inflammations and fibroids. This natural drug is also recommended in the treatment of diabetes, due to its hypoglycemic effect (reduced glycemia), and has been studied for its anti-cancer potential, having been associated in several scientific studies to inhibit tumor growth, reducing the size of tumors and prevention of metastasis formation.
Watch out:
Ipê-Amarelo is not recommended for pregnant women, during breastfeeding and during cancer treatment. ... View more »

Milona Tea

Studies have shown that milona has two powerful actions: it is anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic,
These actions make this tea a strong ally for respiratory problems: asthma, colds, bronchitis, allergic rhinitis. ... View more »

Licorice Tea

Licorice's complicated chemical composition gives it a wide range of properties. Much research has compared its action to hydrocortisone, but without its side effects. Like cortisone, it would have the effect of reducing inflammation and relieving symptoms of arthritis and allergies, hence its antihistamine effect. The root has glycyrrhizin (fifty times sweeter than sucrose), which favors the formation of hormones such as hydrocortisone. Women often use licorice to regulate menstrual cycles, as it promotes hormonal balance. Its most common use is in the treatment of respiratory problems, such as bronchitis, cough, the accumulation of phlegm and other symptoms of colds due to expectorant action.

CAUTION:
Its use is contraindicated in people with high blood pressure, heart problems, kidney disease and low blood potassium levels and pregnant women. ... View more »

Mango leaf tea

The mango leaves are rich in vitamin C, B and A and are also rich in several other nutrients. It has powerful antioxidant properties, as it has a high content of flavonoids and phenols. They contain tannins, alkaloids, glycosides, steroids, triterpenoids, saponins, magniferin, phenolic components and flavonoids. In addition, the mango leaf has antimicrobial properties and can be used in various treatments, such as: Eliminating parasites from the body, diuretic, expectorant, flu and colds, gallstones, helps in preventing diabetes. ... View more »

Agrimony Tea

Agrimónia is rich in therapeutic properties such as: astringent, analgesic, antidiarrheal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiviral, anxiolytic, soothing, healing, depurative, diuretic, relaxing, hypoglycemic, tonic and deworming and acts as a liver protector. being in folk medicine to treat skin wounds, abscesses, kidney stones, phlegm, cystitis, colic, diarrhea, angina, sore throat, laryngitis, tonsillitis, bronchitis, phlegm, in addition to relieving coughs, flu and colds. ... View more »

Mint tea

Mint has action, analgesic, antispasmodic and aphrodisiac, being a great tea to take after meals, as it helps with digestion. It also has antiparasitic action that can help to relieve symptoms and fight infection by parasites, such as amoebiasis and giardiasis, being great for the treatment of several health problems, such as: Bad digestion, nausea or vomiting; high cholesterol; Headache; menstrual cramps; nasal or pulmonary congestion, especially in cases of flu or cold with cough; abdominal pain, for having antispasmodic action; Insomnia; genital trichomoniasis; bloody diarrhea. ... View more »

Elderberry flower tea

Elderberry flowers have expectorant properties, blood circulation stimulants, sweat production stimulants, antivirals and anti-inflammatories. Thus, elderberries can be used to help treat cold and flu, fever, cough, rhinitis, allergic symptoms, wounds, abscesses, uric acid buildup, kidney problems, hemorrhoids, bruises, chilblains and rheumatism. ... View more »

Eucalyptus leaf tea

Eucalyptus helps the treatment of the respiratory system: sinusitis, rhinitis, bronchitis and simple cough and cold, in addition to helping to eliminate the pulmonary secretions accumulated during bronchitis.

cautions:
It is not recommended for people who are pregnant and have gallbladder problems and liver disease. ... View more »

Caramelized Cinnamon and Clove Tea

A delicious tea that fights colds and flu. ... View more »

Linden tea

Linden is a medicinal plant, used to treat various health problems, from anxiety, headache, diarrhea and poor digestion. In some investigations, linden tea has been shown to have an inhibitory effect on benzodiazepine receptors, which means that it can decrease the action of the central nervous system, calming the nerves and helping to relieve anxiety attacks. One of the most popular effects of linden tea is its ability to increase sweating and help regulate fever in colds and flu. ... View more »