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 The Goal: Make Self-Care Work for You October 7, 2021 4 building blocks of kids’ health March 28, 2016 Balancing Act: The Yin and Yang of Chinese... April 1, 2001 More ways to keep sinuses clear June 1, 2007 Caffeinated Clothing, Help for Migraines, and the Rebirth... August 1, 2020 Breaking Hormone Myths May 12, 2020 Safe body products for teens May 1, 2009 Choosing the best omega-3 supplement January 25, 2012 Vitamin Chart August 1, 2000 What You Need to Know About Manuka Honey’s... April 14, 2020