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Respiratory Conditions

Although antibiotics are sometimes required for respiratory conditions, there is often a lot that can be done to prevent respiratory susceptibility by ensuring proper hygiene, addressing air quality [4.8] [4.9] and avoiding mucous forming foods. [4.20]

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In case of Upper and Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (URTI and LRTI) antimicrobials may be needed if the infection is severe. To reduce antimicrobial resistance due to overuse it is important to address the underlying cause, to distinguish between viral and bacterial infection, to strengthen immune health and respiratory function by preventing serious infections and avoid the need of antimicrobials. There are manifold options to prevent URTI and LRTI infections from a naturopathic perspective.​

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NATUROPATHIC TIPS FOR PREVENTION

Respiratory health and prevention of respiratory symptoms is strongly dependent on proper hygiene and air quality. Chronic respiratory conditions are often strongly influenced by lifestyle and diet. Read More

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ASSESSMENT AND
NATUROPATHIC DIAGNOSIS

There are many factors that can trigger or aggravate respiratory symptoms.  The naturopathic assessment approach is to identify and address as many factors as possible with the aim of minimizing the need for prescription medications and antibiotics especially in chronic conditions. Read More

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NATUROPATHIC TREATMENTS

Naturopathic treatment is individualized and dependent on determining the cause of the symptoms. Read More

 

It is always best to work with your naturopathic practitioner or other trained health professional to determine the best treatment option.

    Key Points                               

Tips on strengthening lung function:

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  • Nasal rinsing with isotonic saline solution [4.47]

 

  • Inhalations with sage leaves and gargles with sage oil. Effect of sage (salvia officinalis) is antibacterial, fungistatic and virustatic [4.3] mixed with anisseed and agrimonia is extremely effective

 

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The following may be helpful to prevent chronic respiratory tract infections:

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