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ELECAMPANE ROOT

Inula Helenium  

  Helpful for irritating bronchial coughs caused by bronchitis or emphysema.  May be used for asthma or whooping cough.  Useful for any chronic pulmonary afflictions that have symptoms of cough, shortness of breath or wheezing in the lungs.  It strengthens and tones the pulmonary and gastric membranes and is also valuable for incipient tuberculosis. Naturally contains up to 40% insulin and is sometimes recommended as a sweetener for diabetics.  Externally relieves many skin irritations and inflammations such as itching, rash and wounds.