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The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies

and conjunctivitis. It kills the bacterial infection and Swimmer’s Ear, Ear Infections: To treat
reduces inflammation. Before using the eyewash, swimmer’s ear, mix two tablespoons of rubbing alco-
make sure all of your materials are sterile including hol with ¼ teaspoon of boric acid. Mix thoroughly
they eyedropper or eyecup. Sterilize before every until all the boric acid is dissolved, then drop into the
use. Follow the recipe below to make the eyewash. ear. Fill the ear canal, then drain it completely. Treat
Use an eyedropper or eye cup to wash the eye with both ears, even if only one is infected. Do not use for
the sterile eyewash. Blink several times and roll the a punctured eardrum.
eyes to be sure the eyewash gets into all the corners
of the eye. Repeat three times a day until the infec- Recipes. Boric Acid Foot Cure: 1 cup rubbing
tion is cleared. alcohol, 2 teaspoons of boric acid. Mix the ingredi-
ents in a sterile jar with a tight-fitting lid. Apply to
Athlete’s Foot, Nail Fungus: Boric acid is an the feet with a cotton ball or swab every night. No
excellent remedy for athlete’s foot and toenail fun- double dipping. Allow the alcohol to dry on the feet
gus. Dust the boric acid powder onto the foot or nail and leave on until morning.
and put a few sprinkles into your socks each morn-
ing. At night, use the Boric Acid Foot Cure (recipe Boric Acid Eye Wash: 1/8 teaspoon pharma-
below.) The boric acid kills the infection, neutralizes ceutical grade boric acid powder. One cup distilled
the odor, and eases the associated itching. Continue water, boiling. Sterilized jar, lid, and spoon sterilize
to use daily until the infection is completely gone. in a pressure cooker (best), or by boiling for 10
minutes. Place the boiling water into the sterile jar
Jock Itch: Jock itch also responds well to a dusting and allow it to cool. Mix the boric acid into the steri-
of boric acid over the affected area. Apply boric acid lized water and stir it with the sterilized spoon until
in a light dusting, but make sure the entire area is it is completely dissolved. Use the eyewash up to
covered. Repeat the application morning and night three times a day, as needed. Always use sterile tools
until the infection is completely cured. with each use.

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne is used sparingly as a seasoning agent because
of its spicy heat. It is a spice found in most home spice
cabinets and has significant medical benefits

Medicinal Use: Cayenne is a warming herb, heart
tonic, and digestive aid. It also releases hormones that
improve the mood. It is rich in vitamins and minerals
that support the immune system. Use cayenne as a
powder, in capsules, added to water for soaking, in
rubs, and in salves. Sore Throats: At the first sign of throat irritation,
gargle several times a day with 10 to 20 drops of Cay-
Cayenne is a powerful stimulant and consuming too enne Infusion mixed into a glass of water. It works if
much can cause stomach problems. A small amount you can stand the heat.
goes a long way with this herb.
Colds and Flu: Cayenne is an excellent supportive
Stops Bleeding: Cayenne is a powerful styptic. It preventative and remedy for colds and the flu. I help
helps blood to clot both internally and externally. For bring down fevers and expel mucus. It works best in
small cuts put a thick layer of cayenne directly onto the combination with other herbs such as Echinacea, gold-
cut. Large wounds benefit from both external admin- enseal, and marshmallow.
istration and internal use. As soon as the wound is cov-
ered in cayenne, drink a glass of water containing one Poor Circulation, Warming the Hands and
teaspoon of cayenne pepper. It helps the blood clot Feet: Cayenne is an effective herb for increasing cir-
quickly. culation and for warming cold hands and feet.

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