Home Doctor: Practical Medicine for Every Household
That is all there is to it – a very simple way to make an ointment for minor wounds. If you experience a minor cut, scratch, or abrasion, dab a little bit of this ointment on the wound a couple of times a day until it is healed. This ointment has a shelf life of about five years. On a side note, for those who do not like the smell of lemon or lavender, you can substitute either one, or both. Lavender can be replaced with chamomile essential oil, and lemon can be replaced with fir essential oil.
3. A Simple “At-Home” Protocol for the Flu and Other Respiratory Issues Viruses are a part of life that humans have had to live with for centuries. Many viruses can affect us year-round, but during the winter months, flu and other respiratory viruses seem to get worse and cause more issues. There are many reasons for this. First, the lack of sunlight causes a deficiency in vitamin D. Vitamin D is necessary to keep our immune systems strong. Make sure that you are taking a vitamin D supplement during the darker months. In addition to less sunlight, our bodies become bogged down by unhealthy eating during all those holidays and lack of exercise since many of us become cooped up indoors due to cooler temperatures. Try to remain active and eat healthy, whole foods as much as possible. If and when you do happen to come down with a respiratory virus, you can take steps to help your body heal and recover quickly. You can even do this in the comfort of your own home! The remedies below have been used to strengthen the immune system and body for centuries. In addition, many of the ingredients just might already be in your pantry.
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Old-Fashioned Fire Cider
Nobody is completely sure where the term “fire cider” came from, but herbalists around the globe have been preparing this special concoction for many years to fight various viruses. Fire cider recipes differ between herbalists and countries, but many require the use of spicy plants that stimulate the immune system and speed up recovery. Fire Cider Recipe For this recipe, you will need: •
Glass jar
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Four to five chopped garlic cloves
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Jar rim lid
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Chopped horseradish
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Cheesecloth
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A few sprigs of rosemary
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Raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar
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A few sprigs of thyme
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Three to four jalapenos
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A few sprigs of oregano
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Two to three cayenne peppers
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Chopped ginger
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Chopped onion
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Chopped turmeric.
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