Thuja twigs are very capable as an expectorant. That means that the plant actually works to thin the mucus in the respiratory tract and all throughout the body. It can help to loosen phlegm and make coughs more productive when you are suffering from a respiratory infection. Using the thuja twigs will also come in handy if having trouble eliminating water from your body.
If you are suffering from bloating and excess water weight, thuja can help to eliminate it. For this reason, it can also be used to aid in the treatment of kidney infections such as cystitis. If suffering from fungal infections such as ringworm, thrush, or athlete's foot, you may find that thuja twigs can help to fight the infection and give you relief. You can also use thuja twigs to fight viral infections on the skin that cause warts. You can be free from embarrassing warts and unsightly fungal infections when you use this herb. For muscle pain and tightness, you cannot beat thuja twigs for providing relief.
You will be able to relax the muscles and give your body the rest it needs. For women's health, thuja provides a special relief. It can actually bring on menses and cause your period to start. This is great news if you have irregular periods and you do not want to take pharmaceuticals to correct the problem. However, you must not take thuja if you're pregnant.
Make certain you are not pregnant before beginning treatment with this herb. Thuja twigs can best be used in the form of tincture drops or spray - taken daily. You must follow the recommended dose. Thuja twigs may not be used to rid the body of evil spirits, but they can rid the body of toxins and infection. Try adding thuja twigs to your medicine cabinet so that you can be prepared for respiratory infections, excess water weight, and even hormonal problems with the menstrual cycle.