LUNG CONGESTION
The lungs will attempt to clean themselves out of mucus and toxins. In
asthma, emphysema, and C.O.RD. (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)
where the adrenal glands are also involved, tissue spasms can be a problem.
This can block or inhibit one’s ability to breathe. This is when an herbal
antispasmodic is invaluable. It will stop the spasms, but allow your lungs to
expectorate the congestion.
If one really wants to cure lung condition and he or she is using an
inhaler, success will be moderate. I recommend the use of an herbal
antispasmodic in place of an inhaler. However, if you are advanced in your
condition, you may need to use your inhaler periodically. Some people are on
four or more different inhalers, which is potentially a very dangerous
situation. Some current research has even indicated that inhalers may be
carcinogenic.
The main problem with inhalers is their lymphatic-inhibiting properties.
They not only dilate your breathing passages, but they do so by inhibiting
expectoration. On the other hand, herbal antispasmodics dilate and allow for
proper breathing, but they also allow for expectoration. Expectoration is the
removal or elimination of congestion within the tissues of the lungs. This is
vital for greater oxygen exchange. Many herbs, like Comfrey Root,
Chickweed, Marshmallow Root and Yerba Santa Leaf, can help rebuild lung
tissue.
Chronic asthmatics and those who have chronic lung problems must be
careful as they approach detoxification. Better to start out with 70 percent raw
foods and 30 percent cooked, which will allow cleansing to proceed slowly
and gently.
Remember your adrenal glands. They play a vital role in why your lungs
spasm. Underactive adrenal glands can create low neurotransmitter