– Immunity – Plantain and Elderflower have both been used to help boost the immune response of the body. Both of these herbs can help your immune system to deal with allergies, they have anti inflammatory and antibacterial properties. This mix is good for soothing coughs and general mucus reduction off the chest.
Plantain (Plantago Major) is a perennial plant belonging to the Plantaginaceae family. Although it shares its name with the popular cooking banana known mostly from Caribbean cuisine, it has no association with it and is not a fruit but a plant. Plantain is native to parts of Asia and Europe but is now grown all over the world.
The Elder plant (Sambucus nigra) which produces the Elderflower is part of the Genus group Sambucus. Elderflower is native to Africa along with parts of Asia and Europe. Although there are many varieties of the Elderflower the most common to be used grows from the Sambucus Nigra “The Elder Tree” or “European Elder”
Below is a link to a study on Plantain leaf.
Name of study: A pilot study of efficacy and safety of Plantago lanceolata and Primula veris, in the treatment of the common cold
Author of study: University of Pharmacy of Barcelona, Spain.
Conclusion of study: In the present study, we introduce two new therapeutic tools (Plantago lanceolata, Primula veris) for the early treatment of acute respiratory infections that could avoid disease progression and solve the current problem.
Link to study: Plantain and the common cold
Caution: Plantain is generally considered safe but may interact with anticoagulant medication. Those allergic to melons or plants from the plantain family should avoid use. Check with your doctor to ensure safe use if on medication or pregnant.
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