Saturday, March 17, 2012

Herb remedies from Granma's book

 

Did your grandma have any unusual home remedies?

It seems like every grandma has one or two unique home remedies that they pass on from generation to generation.

In the good old days people used to rely on time tested remedies, a do it yourself cures.

Here are some of them:

 

Do you feel you are getting sick? Then, you need salty water!

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Salty water soothes the inflamed throat, and irritations caused by bacteria and allergens quickly disappear. Gargling salty water three times a day reduces respiratory infection.

 

Stomach cramps? Drink chamomile tea!

chamomile-tea


Chamomile contains glycine, which reduces the contractions in the lower intestines.

 

Bad breath? Try parsley!

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Parsley successfully destroys bacteria that cause bad breath.

Reduce swelling and inflammation with cabbage leaves

Cabbage Leaves


Even doctors recommend cabbage leaves for swelling and inflammation. Press directly secure with a bandage. Hold during night.

 

Cracked lips? Healed them with honey

Woman's lips, close-up


Moisten your lips with warm water, put a small layer of honey and wait some time to dry. Apply paraffin wax and leave for 15 minutes. Remove with cotton you've dipped in hot water. Repeat this every day, for several weeks ...

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