Grandma's Remedies: Traditional Treatments from Mustard Poultices to Rosehip SyrupTo treat a cold sore: To cure toothache: For fainting: Grandma's Remedies is an endlessly fascinating collection of traditional cures and treatments for everything from acne to wasp stings. Many are surprisingly effective, and all of them paint a vivid picture of the world of our grandparents and great-grandparents, where resourceful and inventive women were the guardians of family health. If you're intrigued by the traditional and natural approach to healthcare, if you've ever wondered how to make a poultice or a tincture, or even if you just want to find out about the more domestic side of history, Grandma's Remedies is interesting - and enlightening - reading. |
Other editions - View all
Grandma's Remedies: A Guide to Traditional Cures and Treatments from Mustard ... Cherry Chappell No preview available - 2009 |