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Botanical name: Hyssopus officinalis
Family Lamiaceae, the mint family
Therapeutic actions
Anti-catarrhal: reduces the production of mucus
Anti-infectious
Anti-inflammatory: alleviate inflammation throughout the body
Antioxidant
Anthelmintic: destroy or expel parasitic worms
Antiseptic: destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria. Used topically.
Anti-spasmodic: prevents and eases spasms and relieves cramps
Anti-viral: destroy and inhibit the spread of viruses
Astringent: contracts, tightens and binds tissues
Carminative: settles the digestive system and the expulsion of gas from the intestines.
Decongestant: relieves or reduces congestion
Diuretic: increases the secretion and expulsion of urine
Expectorant: expels mucus in the respiratory system
Mucolytic: dissolves or breaks down mucus
Sedative: reduces nervousness, distress, or agitation
Stimulant: stimulates the physiological functions of the body