My chest

I have been eating licorice from my local health food shop, the trouble is that you can only have so much because then it makes you feel sick. I could try the capsule type instead

Licorice has long been touted as a natural remedy for a wide range of ailments. Historian Pliny the Elder wrote of the widespread use of licorice for its healing properties in treating the common cold, asthma and wounds. Licorice root was found in the tombs of the pharaohs in Egypt, implying the importance of the herb for the Egyptians. Evidence of its use has been documented in ancient Greece, throughout the Roman Empire and in Chinese herbal remedies. Licorice extract in its natural form contains mineralocorticoid and glucocorticoid properties, as well as antimicrobial properties

So licorice will suet me fine as not only is it good for my chest, it may help my gastric problems as well.It could well be my natural cure.

Natural health tips for a chest/bronchail infection

The following information may help to prevent upper respitory infections.


Bromelain extracted from pineapples is extreamely effective in bronchail conditions, as it improves lung function and helps loosen the mucus, while symptoms are acute, take 500mg three times daily, plus 4-5 grams per day of vitamin C.


(Nac) N-acetyl cysteine helps to break up the mucus and reduce the bacterial count for people suffering with bronchitis. Take 500mg twice a day 30 minutes before food. Studies  have shown that people taking NAC on a regular basis suffer fewer incidences of bronchitis, colds and flu. NAC helps to support the liver.

Useful herbs for boosting the immune system and reducing bacteria are echinacea, ashwagandha, goldenseal, and elderberry.

Liquorice is an anti-flammatory, anti-viral and can be very useful with bronchial conditions. Buy whole liquorice from health stores
Expectorant hebs that can clear your chest are garlic, horehound and euphorbia. They can be taken as a captual or tincture.

Increasing vitamin B1 (thiamine), found in peas, wholegrain rice, sunflower seeds, and pine nuts is essential for healthy lungs.