Allergies are caused by the body’s reaction to certain commonly found allergens, which may not be harmful per se, but can cause a bad reaction in certain people. They usually manifest themselves in the form of rashes or hay fever. Hay fever is characterized by continuous sneezing and irritation of the mucus membranes which lead to a runny nose and irritation in the eyes, leading to redness and constant tearing. There may be some amount of coughing and chest congestion as well. The symptoms of hay fever may very well be mistaken for a chronic cold.
What plantain does is that it discourages the discharge of mucous, especially in the respiratory system. This property makes it ideal as a treatment for hay fever.
Plantain is a commonly found weed, characterized by ovate or egg shaped leaves that are distinguished by their chunky and conduit footstalk. This herb’s mucilage or the gum like sap is useful for soothing the respiratory, digestive and the urinary systems. It protects the mucous membranes from inflammation and calms down muscle contractions in conditions like asthma. It also helps in alleviating the need to cough. The expectorant action of this herb also helps in clearing out a congested chest that is often the case with an irritated mucous system.
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