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3. Describe the mechanisms of external respiration including the interchange of gases within the lungs.
The job of the lungs is to transfer oxygen to the blood and to remove waste carbon dioxide from it. To do this the lungs contain millions of alveoli where gas exchange takes place. The alveoli are an ideal exchange surface because they have an enormous surface area, a moist lining for dissolving gases, very thin walls and a copius …show more content…
This oil can be use in the bath, regular massage (especially to the chest and in a vaporiser.
Tea tree has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system aswell and is useful for colds, flu and catarrh. Can be steam inhalated, drops on a tissue or maybe facial massage.
6. Briefly describe at least 4 different diseases/disorders of the respiratory system and any benefits that holistic therapies can offer these conditions.
The main symptoms of bronchitis are wheezing and persistent phlegm producing coughing. Inflammation of the airways can result from infection after a cold or flu. For some it may be chronic debilitating condition. It is most common in people who smoke or live in heavily polluted area babies and the elderly may also develop bronchitis if a virus has weakened their immune system.
Beneficial essential oils include eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, pine and cedarwood. Add 4 drops to a bowl of almost boiling water and use as a steam inhalation 2 or 3 times a day. Add 8 drops to a carrier oil and pour into the bath. 15 drops of 1 or more oils to 25ml of a carrier oil makes an excellent decongesting chest or back rub. …show more content…
Coughing is a reflex action that that occurs when the airways are irritated or clogged up with mucus. When not triggered by irritants such as dust or other pollutants, coughing is usually a symptom of a cold, infection or a respiratory condition such as bronchitis.
Beneficially making a gargle by putting 2tsp of cider vinegar and adding 2 drops of tea tree or eucalyptus oil. Top up with warm water and stir in a spoonful of honey. Use 3 times a day. Add 10 drops of tea tree, rosemary, cypress or eucalyptus to 25ml sweet almond oil for a throat and chest massage.
Catarrh is usually caused by inflammation of the mucous membranes. It may be triggered by a cold, flu; allergy or bacterial infection and the symptoms include sneezing, runny nose or blocked nose and blocked sinuses. In most cases the problem clears within a few days, but self-help measures can speed recovery. If catarrh is persistent, it is important to get constitutional treatment from a qualified
The job of the lungs is to transfer oxygen to the blood and to remove waste carbon dioxide from it. To do this the lungs contain millions of alveoli where gas exchange takes place. The alveoli are an ideal exchange surface because they have an enormous surface area, a moist lining for dissolving gases, very thin walls and a copius …show more content…
This oil can be use in the bath, regular massage (especially to the chest and in a vaporiser.
Tea tree has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system aswell and is useful for colds, flu and catarrh. Can be steam inhalated, drops on a tissue or maybe facial massage.
6. Briefly describe at least 4 different diseases/disorders of the respiratory system and any benefits that holistic therapies can offer these conditions.
The main symptoms of bronchitis are wheezing and persistent phlegm producing coughing. Inflammation of the airways can result from infection after a cold or flu. For some it may be chronic debilitating condition. It is most common in people who smoke or live in heavily polluted area babies and the elderly may also develop bronchitis if a virus has weakened their immune system.
Beneficial essential oils include eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, pine and cedarwood. Add 4 drops to a bowl of almost boiling water and use as a steam inhalation 2 or 3 times a day. Add 8 drops to a carrier oil and pour into the bath. 15 drops of 1 or more oils to 25ml of a carrier oil makes an excellent decongesting chest or back rub. …show more content…
Coughing is a reflex action that that occurs when the airways are irritated or clogged up with mucus. When not triggered by irritants such as dust or other pollutants, coughing is usually a symptom of a cold, infection or a respiratory condition such as bronchitis.
Beneficially making a gargle by putting 2tsp of cider vinegar and adding 2 drops of tea tree or eucalyptus oil. Top up with warm water and stir in a spoonful of honey. Use 3 times a day. Add 10 drops of tea tree, rosemary, cypress or eucalyptus to 25ml sweet almond oil for a throat and chest massage.
Catarrh is usually caused by inflammation of the mucous membranes. It may be triggered by a cold, flu; allergy or bacterial infection and the symptoms include sneezing, runny nose or blocked nose and blocked sinuses. In most cases the problem clears within a few days, but self-help measures can speed recovery. If catarrh is persistent, it is important to get constitutional treatment from a qualified