Politice for Colds & Chest Congestion
8 cups water
1/2 head garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 cup apple cider vinegar
2 cups corn meal
8 Drops Eucalyptus Oil
3 aloe vera cactus leaves, sliced to expose the jelly*
Mix water, garlic, onion, vinegar and aloe in large pot. Cover and bring to a boil. Add the cornmeal, stirring until it thickens. It takes a bit of care to smash all the lumps out. Stir in the Eucalyptus oil and stir. Pt the mixture into an old pillowcase or t0shirt that's ok to throw away wen you're finished with it. Tie it securely and hold it against your chest, or breathe directly into it. Reheat it in the microwave for about two minutes when it cools off. It will store in the refrigerator for several days. It's much better for you than taking medicine.
*Aloe Vera will stain clothing
Labor-Aid
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup baking soda
2 crushed 500 mg. magnisium citrate tablets
Add ingredients in glass. Place spoon in glass and add 1 cup hot water (spoon prevents glass from breaking). Mix to dissolve honey. Add water to make 5 cups. Dilute with ice or water to taste.
Sore Nipple Remedy (Helps heal nipples sore from nursing)
1 cup water
2 bags inexpensive black tea
Honey
Boil water and pour into a cup. Brew two tea bags for 2 minutes in the hot water. Remove from water and let cool to a warm temperature. Rub some of the honey on your nipples and let the tea bags rest on your nipples while you relax. Remove the tea bags and wash befoe nursing, as honey can be dangerous for infants.
Remedy for insect Bites and Stings
Baking Soda
Water
Mix equal parts baking soda and water (amount will depend on severity/coverage of bites or stings). After removing any stingers (don't pinch, brush off with a credit card) place the mixture on bites or stings and allow to dry. This should alleviate pain and draw out the venom.
Enchanted Garlic Syrup
1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/2 cup water
5 large garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated or1/4 tsp powdered
dash cayenne pepper (optional)
Mix thoroughly in blender. Take one teaspoon every two hours as needed. Lasts one week in the fridge.
This syrup is especially good for stubborn coughs, bronchitis, pneumonia, mucus and lung congestion due to coldness.
