Wed 19 Nov 2008
Sat 8 Nov 2008
Herbal Formula for Killing the Cold
Posted by arlene under Colon Cleanse , Diet , Flowers , Fragrance , Health , Health Healing Relaxation , Herbal Health Supplements , Herbal Nutritional Supplements , Leaves , Roots , Skin Brightener , Tea[2] Comments
COLDS
Include the following in the diet: Vitamin C (500-1 000 mg daily), carrots, dandelion greens, spinach, oranges, grapefruit, guavas, horseradish (freshly grated root on bread), onions, chives, green peppers, elder flowers, cabbage, elderberries, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, turnips and watercress.
Make a standard brew tea of any of these herbs: Wilde als, Thyme, Sage, Lemon balm (melissa), Bergamot, Violet (good for a blocked nose), Verbascum, Elder, Lucerne, Winter savory, Borage, Peppermint or Yarrow. Use as a gargle and drink at frequent intervals until the symptoms ease. (more…)
Thu 12 Jun 2008
Ear, Eye, Nose and Throat Complaints part 3
Posted by arlene under Bath , Beauty , Diet , Facial Treatment , Feet , Flowers , Flowers , Fragrance , Health , Herbs , Massage , Oil , Relax , Skin Care , Spa , Tooth[4] Comments
BONESET FOR SINUS CONGESTION: This may take several days to loosen up congestion. Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of boneset. Cover and steep 15 minutes. Strain and sweeten. Drink with every meal and before bed.
TO CLEAN SINUS PASSAGE DURING A COLD: Add 1 ounce mullein herb and 1 tablespoon of balm of Gilead to a kettle of boiling water. Inhale the steam.
TO CLEAR STUFFY NOSE: Place several trays of ice cubes in a basin of water and place only the toes in the water until numb. Sounds crazy, but it works.
STUFFY NOSE: Put 1/4 cup lemon thyme in 1 quart of water. Boil and inhale the steam. This clears a stuffy nose. (more…)
