Popular Folk Remedies
A folk remedy is a natural form of medicine that employs the use of certain herbs, spices, vegetables and other produce to cure illnesses.Some folk remedies have been used since the beginning of time, there have been written accounts produced over 5,000 years ago which display evidence of the various medicinal uses of herbs.There have also been many mention of folk remedies healing powers and widespread uses talked about in the bible. And now it has now become more popular again in recent years. This article will provide some of the most widely used of folk remedies.
Things you will need:
Aloe Vera
Apple Cider vinegar
Garlic
Oatmeal
Onion
Ginger
Some folk remedies and their healing powers:
1. Take some aloe vera and use its gel or extract its juices. Use this juice on pimples and sores to fight off infections that cause and spread acne
2. Apple Cider vinegar is a great astringent for acnes. Apple cider vinegar remove excess oil, and destroys the bacteria build up and normalizes the skin’s pH. The acid from this vinegar helps to flush out the pores and maintains the health of your skin
3. Garlic is considered as one of the most powerful natural forms of medicine. It can be used to cure persons cold, sore throat, acne and many other disorders. Take three tablets of garlic per day and this will help to rid you of your cold or flu symptoms. Garlic used by itself or mixed with other foods help to prevent ailments like heart attack and strokes.
4. Apply some fresh lemon juice to a cotton ball and you can place it onto the area that has acne and this will help to relieve your skin of bumps.
5. Take some oatmeal and cook it in a pot, once it is finished allow it to cool and paste it onto your face for about 15 minutes, and then wash it off. This is a great way of clearing face of acne.
6. Ginger can be boiled in order to make a juice or tea that can help to alleviate you of your cold symptoms. Ginger is also a great remedy for upset stomach suffering from indigestion and gas. Ginger is also used to make ginger beer and ginger ale which are also excellent beverages for settling the stomach of stomach pain. Ginger is now even made into the form of capsules that can be taken immediately for medicinal use.
7. It has been studied and shown that onions are effective remedies that is capable of helping to protect the body from an onslaught of ailments. Ranging from a basic common cold to helping to deal with heart diseases, osteoporosis, diabetes and many other sicknesses. The onion is a natural antibiotic medicine that contains chemicals that are believed to have anti-flammatory, anti-cholesterol, anticancer, antioxidant properties like quercetin. Onions are especially good for curing sore throats and colds also when mixed with honey and garlic.
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