Coltsfoot Leaf has been used for thousands of years as an herbal remedy for relief of asthma, bronchitis, nasal congestion, dry coughs, whooping cough, chronic emphysema, laryngitis, sore throat and other respiratory and inflammatory conditions. In fact, the botanical name, Tussilago farfara, derived from the Latin word tussis which means "cough dispeller" and it is particularly useful in treating chronic coughs, as in the case of emphysema or silicosis. The leaves contain zinc which has been shown to have an anti-inflammatory action which has been found to be helpful in the treatment of sore throats, laryngitis, hoarseness, colds and other viral infections. The herb's tincture can be used for the treatment of wounds, insect bites, burns, leg ulcers phlebitis and various skin infections. Coltsfoot is also good for improving the function of your digestive system, easing diarrhea and stomach upset, and for stimulating the appetite. It is also excellent to treat fever, scrofulous tumors, inflammation, swellings as well as piles.
As an expectorant herb, it has a soothing action that encourages the production and expulsion of phlegm from the lungs and has been used for relief of pleurisy, pneumonia, and colds. Further assisting pulmonary conditions, Coltsfoot Leaf tincture acts as an antispasmodic that calms the smooth muscle and controls the cough reflex, which is very helpful resolve coughing, wheezing, and spasmodic coughing. There is a beneficial amount of zinc in the extract which is known for its healing powers. Also rich in tannins, its astringent nature promotes rapid tissue healing. It is considered to be useful for the treatment of acute bronchitis, irritating coughs, whooping cough and very helpful in the chronic stages of emphysema.
Coltsfoot has a long history of use for asthma in Chinese and European herbal medicine. Research has indicated suppresses a substance in the body that is involved in triggering the narrowing of passageways that prompts wheezing in asthma attacks. Coltsfoot reduces inflammation and catarrh and eases smoker's cough, laryngitis, pharyngitis, sore throat, and hoarseness.
This herb has a high content of cystine (an amino acid) and sulfur and silica (minerals), which are both beneficial for the skin and hair. Cystine applied topically, is known to help to strengthen the hair and promote growth. The high level of silica is soothing to the scalp, clears build-up and dandruff and is softening, adding elasticity and sheen to the hair shaft. Studies have shown that Coltsfoot liquid extract had good antimicrobial activity, making it ideal for inclusion in a toner for the skin. It will help guard against microbial infection, and apart from that it also exhibits anti-inflammatory properties. Organic Coltsfoot also helps to regulate over productive sebaceous glands, while increasing the elasticity of the skin and scalp.
Other former indications included diarrhea and slow metabolism and it has also been employed as a blood purifier and as a mild diuretic.
Coltsfoot leaf extract contains mucilage, bitter glycosides, and tannins, substances that have anti-inflammatory actions. Used externally, herbalists have applied Coltsfoot leaf in poultices to relieve burns, insect bites, stings, inflammations, leg ulcers, general swellings, erysipelas, ulcers, sores, and phlebitis.
Ingredients: Coltsfoot Leaf, Structured Water, 20% Alcohol.
Non-Alcohol: Coltsfoot Leaf, Structured Water, and Vegetable Glycerin.
Instructions: Use 6-12 drops in juice or water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.
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Contraindications: Pregnant and nursing women should avoid Coltsfoot Herbal Supplement. Extended usage or overuse (many times the recommended dosage) should be avoided. Excessive use of Coltsfoot may cause hypertension in some individuals and liver failure. It is recommended that the use of this herb be conducted under the supervision of a health care provider, as the pyrrolizidine alkaloids in the herb are potentially toxic, particularly for individuals with liver or kidney problems.
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