Inflammation of the Mucus Membrane
Basically "Catarrh" is the inflammation of a mucus membrane, especially those of the nose or throat, this in turn, causes excessive secretion of mucus.
Symptoms include chronic inflammation of the mucus membrane of the air passages in the nose and throat with an exudation containing mucin and epithelial cells. This is an excessive and often morbid mucus discharge from the nose, throat, larynx, bronchi, stomach, duodenum, etc. Catarrh in the lungs is similar to colds, flu and pneumonia. When it becomes chronic the person has tuberculosis or consumption. Although there is only one basic cause, the manifest symptoms are varied according to the form and location. The problem induces such diseases as arthritis, asthma, biliousness, Brigit’s disease, bronchitis, cystitis, diphtheria, dysuria, gravel, jaundice, laryngitis, pleurisy, rheumatism, tonsillitis, etc. If catarrh collect in the blood stream and congest circulation, it becomes high blood pressure and finally apoplexy.
Catarrh is caused by eating devitalized or processed foods; by eating many soft and cooked foods; by drinking with meals; and by poor elimination. When foods are not properly digested, fermentation takes place in the digestive tract, Alcohol and acetic acid are formed and various forms of catarrhs clog the membranes. When this thickened mucold matter is dispatched to skin, the skin glands become obstructed, resulting in colds and fevers. The fibrinous and glutinous substances (excess starches and carbohydrates, especially those rendered inorganic in cooking), overload the blood and tissues and cannot be passed off fast enough through the intestinal tract. The eliminative system becomes clogged and the mucus is forced into the various mucus glands or membranes.
In order to rid the body of this toxic condition, one should keep away from the mucus forming foods and the diet should consist entirely of leafy and juicy vegetables and fresh fruits. As catarrh is a general mucoid complaint, one must thoroughly cleanse the stomach, liver, and intestines. One must keep the mucous membrane in the nasal passage clean. The "musts" for catarrh eradication are proper diet, outdoor exercise and good elimination. If one doesn’t get enough fresh air and exercise, the catarrh will develop into hay fever, asthma or tuberculosis. Take apple cider vinegar or lime and honey copiously, especially for children (add some vegetable glycerin).
The following herbal aids have been proven to be beneficial and are highly recommended:
Pau D'Arco Maca Root Cayenne Pepper Ginger Root
Eucalyptus Wild Oregano Aloe Vera Coconut Oil
Jah B
Herbal Nutritionist
July 1, 2000
Jah B is Host and Producer of the Sinkle Bible Herbal Segment heard on Radio Stations: 99.5 FM WBAL and 93.5 FM WRTN, two New York area radio stations.