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This letter is for informational purposes and is not to be mistaken as
a substitute for proper medical treatment. If you decide to use this
information to self-treat please do so only under the supervision of your
physician or health care provider. I also recommend that before trying
anything you read, whether it be from this letter or any other source,
that you do some research on your own. Make sure what you are
contemplating is really what you want to do. That goes double for
prescription medicine.
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CONTENTS
The Lungs
Interesting Facts
Mullein
THE LUNGS
The lungs are part of the respiratory system and are considered to be
organs. There are two in the body and they are soft, spongy, and cone
shaped. The right lung is larger, wider, and shorter than the left lung
and has 3 lobes. The left lung has 2 lobes and is smaller, narrower, and
longer than the right lung. Average capacity of the lungs is about 1 quart
or 750 ml. The lungs are located in the upper chest (diaphragm) and
enclosed by the rib cage (thoracic) and the left and right lung are
separated by the heart, the heart vessels, thymus, trachea, and the
esophagus. Their functions are to intake oxygen, which in turn oxygenates
the blood, eliminate waste such as carbon dioxide, and also to control air
flow for voice control.
Breathing clean air is probably the main thing that will help the lungs
work their best. Deep breathing exercises, exercise, avoiding mucous
forming foods, eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables are all things
that will help improve the function of the lungs. If the bowels are
congested mucous can not be eliminated effectively.
Smoking and second hand smoke, as well as pollution, hidden gases,
excessive heat or cold, dust, all dairy products except butter are some of
the main culprits of diminished lung capacity or function. Red meat,
chemicals, animal dander, asbestos or mine work (black lung), clothing
factories (brown lung), or working in a bakery (white lung) are others
that can affect the workings of the lungs.
Symptoms or Health conditions that may indicate a problem in the lung
area include chronic coughs, bluish lips or nails (cyanosis), pain in the
chest cavity, difficult or painful respiration’s, coughing up blood,
shortness of breath, rattled breathing, congestion, or gasping.
Location of the Lungs in Different Modalities:
Kinesiology:
There are 2 test zones for the lungs located in the soft tissue
depression 2 inches below the outer 3rd of the clavicle
(collarbone) on both sides. Touch or Tap.
Iridology:
The lungs are located in both eyes. The right lung, in the right eye
at 9:00 to 9:50. In the left eye, the left lung is located at 2:10 to
3:00. Neither lung touches the Autonomic Nerve Wreath.
Reflexology:
The lungs are located about 1 inch below the toes on the ball of each
foot.
Other Thoughts:
Most people’s respiratory problems can be attributed to dairy
products. i.e.…milk, cheese, ice cream, yogurt.
Red meats along with sugar also contribute to mucous problems.
Drinking plenty of clear liquids helps to make it possible for lung
secretion and mucous to be moved along properly.
Vaporizers help with needed moisture, but proper cleaning needs to be
done in order to prevent airborne bacteria.
A cough should not be suppressed unless too much sleep is being lost.
The herb Ephedra (Ma Huang) is used in many preparations for the lungs
and related conditions. *CAUTION: DO NOT
TAKE EPHEDRA WITH CAFFEINE PRODUCTS (HEART ATTACKS AND STROKE HAVE BEEN
KNOWN TO OCCUR). AVOID EPHEDRA IF YOU HAVE THYROID DISEASE, HEART DISEASE,
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, DIABETES, OR ENLARGED PROSTATE.
Questions to ask yourself:
Do you suffer from shallow breathing or sleep apnea? A yes answer
indicates a weakness in the medulla area of the brain.
Do you have spider veins, vericose veins, or red blood spots (hemangioma)
on your skin? A yes answer indicates a profound vitamin C deficiency.
Have your Lungs ever collapsed? A yes answer indicates a vitamin A
deficiency or a need for Chinese
Lung Support.
Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs, and Other Supplements for the Lungs:
Vitamins:
Vitamin C reduces inflammation and helps move mucous.
Vitamin A helps maintain healthy mucous membranes
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that helps to protect lung tissue.
Minerals:
All minerals, especially
calcium, magnesium,
potassium, iron,
copper, fluorine, and silicon.
Herbs:
Chickweed – expectorant.
Fennel – helps to calm spasms and cleanses.
Fenugreek – cleans out bronchial passages.
Garlic – expectorant and infection fighter.
Goldenseal – clears up sinus congestion and fights infection.
Horseradish – expectorant.
Lobelia – expectorant and antispasmodic.
Marshmallow – expectorant.
Mullein – Nourishes medulla oblongata which will increase the depth
of involuntary
respiration.
Slippery Elm
– cleans out excess mucous.
Thyme – moves mucous.
Herbal Combinations (Nature’s Sunshine Products):
Ayervedic
Bronchial Formula – this is an Ayervedic formula that provides enzymatic support
for the lungs.
VS-C – this is a Chinese herbal formula for viral infections of the
lungs.
ALJ – Allergies and Lungs. Cleanses the respiratory system.
Especially useful in humid
climates.
Lung
Support, Chinese – May act
as a tonic for the respiratory system, maintains tissue surfaces, supports
the lungs and sinuses, helps promote mucous membrane moisture, offers
additional benefits to the circulatory and urinary systems.
Fenugreek and Thyme
– cleans out mucous.
Marshmallow and Fenugreek
– activates the cleansing of the lungs.
Four – loosens and cleanses, contains pleurisy root.
Tei Fu Oil – opens up air passages.
Homeopathics (Nature’s Sunshine Products):
Asthma – helps strengthen respiratory system.
Allergies
– is a natural homeopathic
medicine for the relief of common allergy symptoms, including runny nose,
watery eyes, cough and itching associated with hay fever, certain foods,
poison ivy and insect bites.
Hayfever/Pollen Allergies –
is a natural homeopathic medicine for the
relief of minor hay fever/pollen allergy symptoms of runny nose, sneezing,
itchy eyes, watery eyes and respiratory congestion.
Tobacco Detox
– is a natural homeopathic medicine for relief of symptoms related
to withdrawal from tobacco use, including nausea, cough and nervous
tension. It aids detoxification.
Cough Syrup DH –
is a natural homeopathic medicine for the relief of dry, hoarse coughs
accompanying minor illness, allergies and throat irritations.
Cough Syrup LP –
is a natural homeopathic medicine for the relief of congested coughs with
loose phlegm and difficult expectoration.
Cough Syrup NT
– is a natural homeopathic medicine for the relief of a persistent
nighttime cough that disturbs sleep and is due to minor illness.
OTHERS:
CoQ10 – cells hold on to oxygen longer.
Onion – steam and eat for expectorant mucous plugs
Onion – grate and place as poultice on chest.
Mustard Plaster – to loosen phlegm and infections.
CAUTION:
CAN BURN SKIN.
1 Tablespoon ground ginger
1 Tablespoon dry mustard
3 Tablespoons lard
Mix ingredients together, apply to a soft cloth preferably flannel.
Leave on the skin until the skin turns pink (approximately 15 minutes). If
left on too long or on sensitive skin, it can cause a burn.
INTERESTING FACTS
Vitamin B-12
deficiency is common in the elderly. Degenerative
neuropsychiatric disorders and cerebrovascular or cardiovascular disease
are potentially related, mainly via hyperhomocysteinemia (excess
homocysteine in the blood), and this underscores the importance of vitamin
B-12 deficiency as suspect in the elderly. This deficiency results mainly
from the poor absorption of vitamins.
PRESSE MEDICALE, 1999, vol 28, iss 32, pp 1767-1770.
A study evaluated the effectiveness of curcumin treatment on impaired
wound healing of diabetic rodents. Wounds of animals treated with
curcumin showed earlier formation of epithelium (cells covering all the
free surfaces in the body), improved neovascularization (proliferation
of blood vessels in tissue), the increased movement of various cells
(such as macrophages) into the wound area, and a higher collagen
content. Transforming growth factor-beta 1 also increased. A delay in
apoptosis (programmed cell death) was seen in diabetics wounds compared
to curcumin treated wounds, which shows that curcumin fostered quicker
healing and growth of new cells. Curcumin was effective both orally and
topically. These results show that curcumin enhanced wound repair in
tissue where healing had previously been impaired by diabetes.
WOUND REPAIR AND REGENERATION,
1999, Vol.7, Iss. 5, pp. 362-374.
Mullein
LUNG HEALER
 
Description & Habitat:
Mullein is a biennial member of the snapdragon family and can grow up to
eight feet in height. It starts out as a rosette of leaves secured close
to the ground during the first growing season. By the second year, a tall
pole of flowers develops and the stem and leaves become soft and velvety.
This versatile plant can be found throughout the world. Preferring soil
with a chalky or gravelly consistency, mullein flowers during the months
of July and August.
Traditional Uses: By Nature, mullein is a gentle mucilaginous herb,
but it has a colorful past. During Roman times the stem was stripped of
its leaves and flowers and then soaked in tallow. The people believed that
when mullein was used as a torch in religious ceremonies it would repel
witches. It was also rumored, however, that witches themselves used
mullein as part of their religious worship.
In a similar paradox, some felt that wearing mullein leaves around the
neck would result in pregnancy. Others claimed that placing a mullein leaf
in a shoe would result in protection against conception. Regardless of
which questionable belief prevailed, the common people often stuffed their
shoes with the thick, soft mullein to provide warmth and protection to
their feet during the harsh winter months.
The Romans were not the only ones to experiment with mullein. The Greek
physician Dioscorides used to prescribe mullein for respiratory ailments.
His treatments were so successful that the practice continues to this day.
Rolling the dried leaves and smoking them provided great relief to many
asthmatics. The leaves and the flowers were ground, dried, and brewed into
a tea, which historically relieved lung congestion and ailments, chest
colds, bronchitis, and croup. Today mullein leaves are used in many
remedies for the lungs, sinuses, and lymphatics. They are a gentle,
nourishing remedy for lung tissue and are especially suitable for chronic,
degenerative conditions of the lungs. However, the plant must be taken for
several months to derive maximum benefits.
The oil from the flowers is one of the best remedies for an earache. It
is made by gathering fresh mullein flowers and covering them with olive
oil for 14 days. When this process is complete, simply strain and store
the oil. To use the oil, simply drop some of the warmed oil into the
affected ear, while lying on your side. Wait 5 minutes and then gently
place some cotton in your ear to keep the oil from running out. Relief
from pain and infection have been known to occur within hours. Mullein oil
is often combined with garlic oil for a more effective remedy. When
crushed and applied, the flowers have also been known to remove warts.
Mullein is rich in iron, magnesium, potassium, sulfur, aluminum, and
calcium phosphate. It is primarily mucilaginous or demulcent, which makes
it soothing, softening, emollient, and healing. It has a slight astringent
effect as well. Diuretic, expectorant, antispasmodic, and pain relieving
qualities are also attributed to it.
Here is a list of some of the illnesses mullein has been used to treat
(the most common in capitals): ASTHMA, BRONCHITIS, CATARRH, colds,
CONGESTION (LYMPHATIC), COUGHS, CRAMPS, DIARRHEA, dysentery, EARACHES,
emphysema, hay fever, HEMORRHOIDS, hoarseness, insomnia, mastitis, MUMPS,
pain, sciatica, sinusitis, sores, spasms, sprains, swollen joints,
TONSILLITIS, TUBERCULOSIS, TUMORS, ULCERS, warts, whooping cough, and
wounds.
Typical use is one to three capsules two or three times daily. For
chronic or degenerative conditions, take as a tonic for three to six
months.
Sources:
Back to Eden by Jethro
Kloss (1975).
Global Herb Computer program by Steve Blake (1992).
Magic and Medicine of Plants by Readers Digest (1990).
Nutritional Herbology by Mark Pederson (1987).
For Educational Purposes Only
This handout was prepared by Nature’s Field
P.O. Box 425, Springville, UT 84663
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