Dear Bob Liebert,

My son who is only 17 months has chronic sinus problems; we have seen a EAR NOSE & TROAT DR, who has said that he needs his adenoids removed. We are a little scared because of putting him under w/ anesthesia and so on. Is there a herbal possibility for a child his age? Thank you ,

kelly

 

Dear Friend,

Herbs would be a good first bet. I would suggest a child's dose of Echinacea extract (immune booster, lymph purifier, the adenoids being lymph tissue) and Elder Flower (to clear sinuses, gentle cleanser). These would be a good start; there are other herbs you can add, like Plantain if mucous is severe; Eyebright and Nettles. All are suitable in small doses for children for sinus.

Yours in healing,
Bob Liebert, herbalist

You can buy these herbs and many more in the Formula and Single Herb sections of the Teeter Creek Herb website. Herbs that don't appear in the Formula or Single Herb lists can usually be requested in the "Message" section at the bottom of the order page.

The information expressed is the personal observations of Herbalist Bob Liebert based on his personal experience and his studies of folk and traditional herbalism. These observations are not meant to be a substitute for qualified medical diagnosis and treatment. Uses of many of the herbs have not been scientifically verified.