Lungwort, like the name says, lungwort has been used to treat various lung disorders, such as asthma, coughs and tuberculosis. Lungwort is an astringent (contracts tissues), diuretic (increases urine flow), demulcent (helps to soothe and protect) and expectorant (this mucous and clears respiratory tract). Lungwort is used internally to treat bronchitis, chronic cough, sore throat and whooping-cough. The leaves can also be used externally to stop bleeding.
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