Mullein tea is a traditional treatment for respiratory problems, such as chest colds, bronchitis and asthma. Mullein leaf tea is slightly bitter; a tea of the flowers is sweeter. Both the leaves and flowers contain mucilage, which is soothing to irritated membranes, and saponins, which make coughs more productive. Research has shown that the herb has strong anti-inflammatory activity, and lab studies suggest that mullein flower infusions have antiviral properties, as well.
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- December 13, 2015 12:31 am
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Linda Mihalic
Use Mullein with Marshmallow root in a tea, too.
- December 13, 2015
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Safari Woman
I've heard of it but never had it.
- December 14, 2015
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