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Respiratory tract
The respiratory tract is an anatomical structure primarily devoted to breathing and made up of several organs with the function of channeling air from the external environment, rich in oxygen, towards the inner part of the body, eliminating at the same time air “already breathed”, which is therefore rich in carbon dioxide.
During inhalation the first organs that air comes in contact with are the nose and the oral cavity, and right afterwards the pharynx. The passage of air in the upper airway (how this set of organs is called) allows it to be warmed up and take on water vapor: this way it is ready to move on to the second part of the respiratory tract, i.e. at mid-level. Larynx and trachea channel inhaled air towards the bronchi, bronchioles and the lung alveoli, i.e. the lower airway, or final part of the respiratory tract. It is in this anatomical area that gaseous exchanges of oxygen and carbon dioxide take place, which are at the basis of the respiratory process.
The respiratory tract is anatomically closely connected to the set of thoracic muscles and to the diaphragm, which enable the rib cage to expand during inhalation. Apart from the main, essential respiratory function, the respiratory tract also has another function: maintaining the right balance of acidity in the blood by regulating the quantity of carbon dioxide circulating.
All organs part of the respiratory tract are particularly exposed to attacks by bacteria, viruses or other harmful elements: in fact, these can be present in air inhaled and therefore come into direct contact with the mucosa of the nose, oral cavity, pharynx, etc. When the mucosa of the organs involved is not prepared to respond to the pathogenic attack, a whole series of disorders can develop, ranging from colds, pharyngitis, laryngitis, up to bronchitis, pneumonia, tuberculosis and asthma which easily tend to become chronic if not adequately treated – particularly in the case of pharyngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis,.
It is therefore essential to be able to resort to adequate remedies which, while respecting the physiology of the mucosa, may effectively guarantee a definitive solution and at the same time reduce the risk of relapses and chronicity.
When the mucosa of the respiratory tract becomes inflamed, following the attack of a microbic agent, generally of bacterial or viral origin, the infection can expand, going deep down until it reaches the mucosa coating trachea and bronchi, giving rise to tracheitis and bronchitis.
This usually signals a debilitated defensive system being attacked by a particularly virulent microbe or a state of alterance of the mucociliary clearance (i.e. the ability of the respiratory tract to expel irritant substances or pathogenic agents trapped in the mucus, through movement of the vibritile cilia). The highest incidence of bronchitis is during winter; it frequently occurs during seasonal changes and, lately, also during the summer period, particularly with the increasing spread of air-conditioning systems.
Bronchitis can develop as a consequence of common cold or other viral infections of nose and throat. Viruses commonly responsible for the disease include adenovirus, rhinovirus, coronavirus, as well as influenza A and B viruses and para influenza viruses. When the infection reaches the mucosa covering the bronchi, the cough becomes productive, with viscous mucous becoming increasingly copious: almost always a red flag signalling the presence of a bacterial suprainfection.
If unresolved, respiratory tract infections that are triggered by an influenza virus result in an accumulation of mucus that encourages proliferation of bacterial species, worsening symptoms. Typical symptoms of bronchitis are therefore intense cough with phlegm and high temperature, stabilizing around 38 – 39 °C. In asthmatic or allergic patients, respiratory infections can cause a sudden contraction of the airways, with consequent breathing difficulty.
The chances of contracting bronchitis increases as the immune systems becomes more debilitated. A diet poor in vitamins and rich in refined sugars and foods in general, stress, frequent intake of medicines (in particular of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medicines) contribute to make the organism more fragile, prone to viral attacks and bacterial complications. Certain foods, often not recognized, may also well be the root cause of food intolerances. Intolerance to milk, for instance, is one of the major causes responsible for the insurgence of respiratory disorders. Undigested dairy products produce great quantities of mucus, that can get into the respiratory tract causing it to weaken and fall ill.
Treatment of bronchitis with conventional medicine
To address the problem of bronchitis, conventional medicine resorts to the administration of anti-inflammatory medicines, antibiotics, antiseptics, cough syrups, as well as nebulization of solutions for aerosol devices to decongest bronchial mucosa. As is well known, the use of antibiotic medicines, apart from not solving the problem and not having any effect whatsoever on bronchitis of viral origin, can have several contraindications: in fact, their use frequently leads to sensitization and causes the insurgence of problems related to bacterial resistance.
On the other hand, anti-inflammatory drugs and aerosol solutions do not offer definitive resolutions because they do not act on the actual causes of the microbial infection. This is why it so important to have valid alternatives available for the treatment of tracheitis, whatever its origin.
Nature can help solve the problem of bronchitis
A natural and effective approach
To solve the problem of bronchitis definitely, nature can be of great help once again, thanks to Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE), the efficacy of which against bacteria and viruses involved in this particular affection of the oral cavity has been confirmed by numerous studies and applications.
GSE and BRONCHITIS
Grapefruit Seed Extract has broad spectrum antimicrobial efficacy: in fact, it has been proven by Laboratories and Institutes worldwide that GSE is active against several viral strains, including viruses involved in the development of bronchitis (adenovirus, rinovirus, influenza virus), showing encouraging results. However, further research is necessary to establish its full potential.
In addition, results obtained regarding the efficacy of Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) against over 800 bacterial strains, including those involved in bronchitis, confirms the value of GSE not only for local but also for systemic use, in directly contrasting the current infection and also in improving the general efficiency of the organism’s defense system to counteract any microbial attack. A study published In the “Journal of Orthomolecular Medicine” Vol.5 n° 3 of 1990, effected in vitro and in vivo, proves the efficacy of GSE, in different concentrations, towards pathogenic microorganisms; it also proves its “selectivity”, in that it does not have a significant, negative impact on physiological microbial flora, safeguarding the natural defences of the organism to avoid the development of bacterial resistance.
GSE therefore represents an extremely valid and safe remedy against bronchitis.
Given the above considerations, GSE therefore represents the cornerstone of an exceptionally effective approach against cold. The association with specific plant extracts enables to obtain a remedy through a mechanism of action providing for the following:
- systemic action by means of a product that contrasts microbial proliferation, whether of bacterial or viral origin, while strengthening the organism’s natural defences and preventing the insurgence of complications;
- aerosol therapy for a “selective” cleansing, drainage, expectoration and decongestion of the upper airways;
- integration of intestinal microflora through intake of probiotics and active plant constituents having an immunostimulant action;
- action on cough, whether dry or wet, by means of a product promoting its physiological evolution, soothing cough without suppressing it, as well as reducing inflammation of the mucosae.
This approach, combined with a healthy lifestyle (in terms of diet, but not only), includes the use of natural remedies that are well known in folk tradition and the efficacy of which in providing a definitive solution has been confirmed by recent studies.
Systemic action by means of a product that contrasts microbial proliferation, whether of bacterial or viral origin, at the same time strengthening the organism’s natural defences and preventing the insurgence of complications
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Grapefruit Seed Extract: acting as an extraordinary “selective cleaner”, it is effective against pathogens without significantly affecting microbial flora present on the mucosae; it encourages reconstruction of beneficial flora representing the organism’s first line of defence against any external aggression, thereby ensuring protection against infections.
Echinacea purpurea: by slowing down the spread of pathogenic germs, it triggers a defensive mechanism against germs while activating a regenerative process of tissues at the same time. For this reason, preparations based on Echinacea are considered effective in the treatment of septic conditions and in situations of infectious diseases featuring high temperature, particularly when there is a tendency to develop chronicity and relapses.
Rhodiola: it increases resistance of the organism towards toxins; it increases the level of enzymes, of RNA and of proteins and can therefore reduce recovery time following fatigue or prolonged illness.
Uncaria: powerfully effective in regulating the immune system. Its use leads to an increased resistance of the organism against infections and it improves the body’s response in case of illness.
Tea tree oil (Melaleuca alternifolia): an Australian plant with widely known and proven antiviral properties, it is also effective against bacteria and fungi, as well as being a powerful stimulant of the immune system.
Swallowable tablets represent the most suitable form of intake for these plant active constituents. In children, the drinkable version is to be preferred, containing the same composition of the tablets.
As an alternative to these two solutions, both in adults and children, it is also possible to resort to an innovative formulation in effervescent tablets, based on GSE at high concentrations and Uncaria; the exclusively natural composition, the high concentration of active principles and the benefits of the effervescent formulation (allowing rapid dissolution and increased bioavailability), give the product a pleasant taste, making it also rapidly effective.
aerosol therapy for a “selective” cleansing, drainage, expectoration and decongestion of the upper airways;
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Grapefruit Seed Extract: results obtained with regard to the antimicrobial efficacy of Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) confirm GSE to be beneficial also if used in specific formulations for aerosol. The synergy with specific plant extracts makes the formulation effective and safe to use.
Echinacea: by slowing down the spread of pathogenic germs, it triggers a defensive mechanism against germs while activating a regenerative process of tissues at the same time. For this reason, preparations based on Echinacea are considered effective in the treatment of septic conditions and in situations of infectious diseases featuring high temperature, particularly when there is a tendency to develop chronicity and relapses.
Drosera rutundifolia: it carries out a spasmolytic activity on smooth muscles, with an action similar to adrenalin that reduces spasms caused by histamine on the chain of bronchial rings; consequently, it relaxes the bronchi.
Enula bell: it has secretolytic properties, thanks to its sesquiterpene lactones in particular, and is markedly anti-inflammatory.
Dwarf pine: the extract obtained is a mixture of monoterpene hydrocarbons such as alfa and beta pinene, limonene, phellandrene, camphene and borneol: all these substances with antiseptic, balsamic and secretolytic properties, particularly aimed at the respiratory tract.
Thymus Serpyllum: its most significant action is as an expectorant and it is therefore successfully employed in the treatment of catarrh in the respiratory tract. Moreover, its proven bacteriostatic property, especially on Gram + bacteria, completes the antiseptic and secretolytic action on the respiratory organs.
Thymus: its essence includes, among other constituents, thymol (up to 55%) and other volatile compounds such as: geraniol, terpineol, cymene, linalool, camphene, borneol. It has antiseptic, balsamic and fluidifying properties.
Atomised sea water: sea water is the most complete mineral water because is contains all elements present in nature. Used for inhalation, it is beneficial in treating or preventing numerous affections and is a good remedy for all respiratory disorders.
The ideal medium for intake, whether adults or children, is a solution to nebulise with an aerosol device.
Integration of intestinal microflora through intake of probiotics and active plant constituents with immunostimulant action
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Triad of probiotic bacteria: to provide adequate colonisation of the whole intestine, from small to large intestine, contrasting intestinal dybiosis and rebalancing of the immune system. Probiotics indicated, for a total of not less than 3 billion cells, are in this case: Bifidobacterium bifidum, Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Lactobacillus acidophilus.
Cultivated on topsoil, they are therefore naturally free from milk derivatives, and produced using integral cultivation systems, i.e. complete with supernatant fluid (a substance produced by beneficial bacteria during their growth on the culture medium). This fluid is composed by antimicrobials, such as hydrogen peroxide and acidophilin, vitamins, enzymes, antioxidants and immunostimulants; the supernatant works as a natural swab for probiotic bacteria, allowing them to survive gastric acids and provides all that’s needed to form colonies, as they remain in their natural environment.
Fructo-oligosaccharides: prebiotic fibres with a marked capacity to keep probiotics alive and stimulate colonisation of the colon by bifidobacteria.
Grapefruit Seed Extract: natural antibiotic action, with a direct impact on pathogenic microrganisms and for selective intestinal cleansing, in full respect of physiological bacterial flora.
Uncaria: native to South America, Uncaria, of which the bark is used, proves to be powerfully effective as an immune system regulator. Its use leads to an increase in the organism’s resistance to infections and improves the body’s response in case of illness.
Morinda citrifolia (Noni): useful in regulating function and regeneration of cells and damaged cells, it simulates the production of T cells, playing a key role in destroying diseases and strengthening the immune system.
Practical vials with proportioning caps are the most suitable form for intake of these plant active constituents, in both adults and children (with a specific formulation for children in particular). The recommended dose is one vial a day, to be taken on an empty stomach.
Action on cough, whether dry or wet, by means of a product promoting its physiological evolution, soothing cough without suppressing it, while reducing inflammation of the mucosae.
IN CASE OF DRY COUGH
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Grapefruit Seed Extract: results obtained with regard to the antimicrobial efficacy of Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) confirm GSE to be beneficial also if used in specific formulations for aerosol. Its synergy with specific plant extracts makes the formulation effective and safe to use.
Chestnut: thanks to the tannic substances in glucosidic form deriving from gallic and ellagic acid contained in its leaves, chestnut has a marked anti-inflammatory action. It is essential in therapeutic formulations aimed at inflammatory conditions of the respiratory tract, as antiseptics, secretolytics, as well as calming solutions for cough. Its sedative action in case of cough is confirmed, though the active constituent responsible for this specific effect has not been identified yet.
Lavender: its essential oil is rich in terpenic substances (geraniol, linalool, borneol, pinene, thymol) and it also contains a significant quantity of coumarin and tannic substances. It is therefore employed for internal use as an antispasmodic and nervous sedative to calm cough, because according to severa authors it has an inhibiting action on spinal excitability.
Marrubium: it finds application in the cure of respiratory affections particularly as an antispasmodic in coughs of allergic, asthmatic and inflammatory origin, thanks to its terpenic lactone constituents (marrubin), that act on smooth muscles, particularly in the bronchi.
Red Poppy: it contains a significant amount of mucilages as well as a benzyl- isoquinoline alkaloid called rheadine, which gives the extract sedative, calming properties. It is used as a mild sedative, with a calming, soothing and expectorant effect in case of cough, especially in children.
These plant active constituents are best taken in drinkable formulations.
IN CASE OF WET COUGH
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Grapefruit Seed Extract: results obtained with regard to the antimicrobial efficacy of Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) confirm GSE to be beneficial also for local use. Its synergy with specific plant extracts makes the formulation effective and safe to use.
Mullein: its active constituents s of iridoid type determine an anti-inflammatory action; the combination of saponins and mucillages provides an expectorant, soothing, and emollient action. It is therefore ideal in preparations for internal use whenever there are inflammations of the respiratory tract featuring catarrh and cough.
Enula: the presence of sesquiterpene lactones (alantolactone, germacrane-D-lactone 8,9-epoxy-10-isobutyl hydroxy-thymol-isobutyrate) is responsible for the secretolytic action of the extract, which, together with its marked anti-inflammatory property, makes it a fundamental ingredient to soothe cough.
Maidenhair: it contains significant quantities of mucillage and tannins in glucosidic form, making it a plant with emollient and protective action. It also has an expectorant action, helpful in treating colds and bronchial diseases, thanks to the presence of a saponine triterpenic nucleus.
Helichrysum: it promotes expectoration and soothes coughing by stimulating the cilitated epithelium; it additionally provides antibacterial action due to its essential oil consisting mainly in terpenes (pinene and geraniol). Moreover, phthalides and pyranoderivatives contained reduce coughing owing to their spasmolytic action. It also finds application in affections of allergic origin involving the respiratory tract.
Raspberry: with its organic acids (malic, oxalic, tannic and tartaric) and pectins, raspberry contributes with anti-inflammatory properties useful in case of airway infections. Moreover, it also adds a pleasant taste to the syrup.
These active constituents are best delivered in drinkable formulations.
Specific remedies useful to treat the following conditions can further support the above-mentioned combinations of active constituents, essential to ensure a definitive solution to bronchitis:
– in case of nasal congestion, to promote “selective” cleansing and drainage of the nasal cavities, maintaining fluidity of mucous and preventing it from stagnating while contributing to soothe inflamed mucosae and strenghthen its defenses: completely plant-based, preservative free sterile solution, in a practical eco-spray nebulizer and preservative free packaging, consisting in GSE, Altea, Echinacea, Thymus Serpyllum, Calendula, Cypressum and Kiwi Water.
– a “selective” cleansing action on the oral mucosa, to slow down the spread of pathogenic germs in tissues, with a local defensive action, which soothes the mucosae and activates regenerative processes: in case of aphony and hoarseness, a natural solution in eco spray bottle, based on GSE, Echinacea, Hedge Mustard, Aloe vera and Fruit water. In case of laryngitis, pharyngitis and tonsillitis, tablets to dissolve in the mouth are ideal, based on GSE, Liquorice, Raspberry, Echinacea, Astragalus and Ginger, with natural flavourings (Mint or Citrus fruits).
