Laryngitis
Respiratory System
An inflammation of the larynx, often accompanying a loss of voice. Laryngitis is usually associated with upper-respiratory tract infections, so there is often a scratchy, sore throat and fever. The cough sounds dry and barking.
Essential Oils
Essential Oils:
Laryngitis Commiphora myrrha [myrrh]; Eucalyptus globulus [Tasmanian blue gum]; Inula graveolens [elecampane]; Mentha arvensis [cornmint]; Mentha x piperita [peppermint]; Piper nigrum [black pepper]
Self Help
Self Help:
Hot wraps around the neck
Soak cotton cloth in apple cider vinegar and wrap around the neck
Spread arnica salve on the neck – always cover any neck wrap or compress with a dry towel
Steam inhalations help soothe and heal laryngitis
Use a humidifier if the room is dry
Herbs
Herbs:
To kill germs – gargle with sage tea every hour, or at least three times a day
Tea tree oil is an antiseptic. Add 5 drops to warm water and gargle
Add unpasteurized honey to Echinacea, ginger, garlic, sage, goldenseal, licorice or slippery elm herbal teas for hoarseness and coughs.
For steam inhalations: wild thyme, sage, lavender or oak bark
Oak bark – has antiseptic, anti-inflamatory, pain-relieving and astringent properties
Wild thyme – disinfects the breathing organ
"hot salt sock"
