Wise Woman Herbals' Osha (Ligusticum porteri) has been used for centuries to support the immune and respiratory systems. It is also known as Ligusticum porteri. which means root of the mountain spirit.

Osha is believed to work by releasing the exterior. dispelling wind cold. tonifying the lungs. tonifying the spleen. invigorating the blood. and promoting urination. The exterior is the outermost layer of the body. and wind cold is a type of external pathogen that can cause colds. flu. and other respiratory problems. The lungs are responsible for breathing. and the spleen is responsible for digestion and absorption. The blood is the body's fluid that carries nutrients and oxygen to the cells.

• Supports the immune system: Osha may help to boost the immune system by increasing the production of white blood cells.
• Promotes respiratory health: Osha may help to promote respiratory health by clearing the lungs of mucus and reducing inflammation.
• Tones the lungs: Osha may help to tone the lungs by strengthening the muscles and tissues of the lungs.
• Tones the spleen: Osha may help to tone the spleen by improving digestion and absorption.
• Promotes urination: Osha may help to promote urination by increasing the flow of urine.