AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON LUNG-TONIC

Strengthens the lungs. Lung tonics include antifibrotic, vessel tonic, or nourishing herbs with an affinity for the lungs. They aid recovery in acute or chronic lung conditions.

After a respiratory illness, the lungs may take a month or longer to heal. Lung tonics are particularly useful to speed up recovery during this convalescence period. Here is a tincture for convalescence (Source: Stansbury)

• 15ml Astragalus
• 15ml Ginseng
• 15ml Feverfew
• 8 Ginkgo
• 7 Garlic

Note: In this selection of lung tonics, herbs that simply moisten or dry the lungs without rebuilding or strengthening are not included.

OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING RESPIRATORY-HEALTH

INGREDIENTS WITH LUNG-TONIC QUALITY

HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH LUNG-TONIC QUALITY

HELPFUL FOR*

'Lung-tonic' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.

About the Author

John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.

John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University.

John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language.

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