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BRONCHITIS & PNEUMONIA
Natural Support For Respiratory Infections
Bronchitis is an infection or irritation of the bronchial tree
(airways) while pneumonia is an infection or irritation of the lungs.
The two are closely related and often follow an upper respiratory
infection, such as a cold.
Cigarette smoke (active or passive), immune suppressing drugs,
nutrient deficiencies and age can make a person more susceptible to
bronchitis and pneumonia. In the elderly or immune-compromised
host, pneumonia can be deadly. For this reason, it is important to
see a physician if symptoms of pneumonia are present. (Symptoms
include fever, chills, chest pain, cough, shallow breathing).
The best way to treat pneumonia is to actively treat any cold or
respiratory infection at its earliest onset. Correct management of a
cold or upper respiratory infection will almost always prevent a more
serious lower respiratory infection from occurring.
DIET AND LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATIONS
- Stop all dairy products and sugars
immediately.
- Drink 64 ounces of pure water daily.
This keeps the mucous thin and allow for easy expectoration.
- Fresh vegetables juices, broths and
soups are preferable to heavy foods during recuperation. Do not eat
if you are not hungry, but be sure to drink water and herb teas.
Limit fruit and fruit juice. Their high sugar content suppresses the
immune system.
PRIMARY SUPPORT
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT
-
Cough elixir II: 1/2-1
teaspoon, 1-6 times per day as needed. This is not a cough
suppressant, but a true respiratory tonic. It helps symptoms of
cough while contributing to the cure. This formula can be used with
children, too.
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Throat Mist: spray directly in the
back of the throat, 1-6 times per day if symptoms include sore
throat.
DR. MYATT’S COMMENT:
The measures listed above under Primary Support decrease the
severity and length of a cold, and lessen the chances for developing a
lower respiratory infection. Every household should have
vitamin C,
Immune
Boost,
B.A.M.,
bromelain and
INSPIROL on hand for use in respiratory and other infections. This
is especially important for older people, to prevent bronchitis and
pneumonia.
Several "old fashioned" remedies such as mustard plasters can be
very effective in breaking up pneumonia, but be sure to see a
physician first so that the type of infection can be correctly
determined. Few people would develop pneumonia if they followed the
"Basic Support" instructions at the early stages of a cold or
sinusitis. Most cases of bronchitis and pneumonia do not require
antibiotic therapy, even when one is prescribed. (Antibiotics are only
effective against bacteria; most respiratory infections are viral).
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