ConditionsHealthSupplements Natural alternatives to OTC standbys By Victoria Dolby Toews, MPH October 1, 2006 0 comment 0 Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Google + Pinterest Print Instead of Try this NotesAdvertisement Cough suppressant Wild cherry (Prunus serotina), horehound (Marrubium vulgare), or slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) Choose lozenges, syrup, or tea. Decongestant Aromatic oils: eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus), peppermint (Mentha piperita), or menthol Combine a few drops of one of the oils with hot water in a bowl, cover your head with a towel, and breathe in the vapor. Decongestant Horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) Eat horseradish (the fresh root or prepared horseradish dressing) or apply a poultice of horseradish powder over the nose or sinuses. Fever reducer Elderflower (Sambucus nigra) Choose syrup, tincture, or tea. Pain reliever White willow (Salix species) or meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmariaI) Choose either tincture or tea. Sore throat spray Slippery elm (Ulmus rubra) Choose lozenges, tea, syrup, or tincture. Sore throat spray Bee propolis Choose syrup or throat spray. All bee products have a slight risk for allergic reaction. 0 comment 0 Facebook LinkedIn Twitter Google + Pinterest Print Victoria Dolby Toews, MPH Related Posts Tips for stress-free holiday travel December 1, 2002 5 new fair trade foods and beverages from... March 14, 2012 Garlic harnesses the healing power of allicin October 1, 2010 Motivate kids to get outdoors and get fit June 21, 2010 60s plus: Boost brain health August 1, 2007 Why Write? February 1, 2003 Quiz: Test your male vs. female heart-health IQ February 1, 2004 3 supplements to support beauty from within March 1, 2018 Posture pointers November 1, 2006 New bill may allow consumers to buy supplements... July 5, 2011