Cold Cough Remedy
Herbs:
- Pinellia Tuber 半夏
- Dried Tangerine Peel 陈皮
- Indian Bread 茯苓
- Liquorice Root 甘草
- Bitter Apricot Seed 北杏仁
This tea treats coughs associated with cold phlegm, particularly those that result in a productive cough, chest congestion, and digestive disturbances. The herbs work together to dry dampness, transform phlegm, and relieve cough, effectively managing respiratory conditions characterized by cold and phlegm accumulation.
More info about the Herbs:
1. Pinellia Tuber (Ban Xia, 半夏):
- Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, and cough with phlegm.
- Benefits: Pinellia Tuber is commonly used to dry dampness, transform phlegm, and harmonize the stomach. It effectively treats conditions such as cough with phlegm, nausea, vomiting, and chest congestion.
2. Dried Tangerine Peel (Chen Pi, 陈皮):
- Symptoms: Indigestion, nausea, and cough with phlegm.
- Benefits: Dried Tangerine Peel regulates Qi, harmonizes the middle Jiao (stomach and intestines), and transforms phlegm. It is particularly effective in treating digestive issues and coughs associated with phlegm.
3. Indian Bread (Fu Ling, 茯苓):
- Symptoms: Edema, digestive issues, and phlegm accumulation.
Benefits: Indian Bread is a versatile herb that drains dampness, strengthens the spleen, and calms the mind. It effectively treats conditions such as edema, digestive problems, and phlegm accumulation.
4. Liquorice Root (Gan Cao, 甘草):
- Symptoms: Sore throat, cough, and general fatigue.
Benefits: Liquorice Root is a harmonizing herb that soothes the throat, reduces inflammation and alleviates coughs. It also boosts energy and supports the immune system, making it a common ingredient in many herbal formulas.
5. Bitter Apricot Seed (Bei Xing Ren, 北杏仁):
- Symptoms: Cough, wheezing, and chest tightness.
Benefits: Bitter Apricot Seed stops coughing and relieves asthma. It is particularly effective in treating conditions related to lung Qi stagnation, such as coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness.