Recipe For Herbal Remedies

Herbal healing may appeal to those who fear that physicians overmedicate or who have experienced adverse reactions to prescribed medicines. In fact, there's a long tradition world - wide of using herbs to ease symptoms and cure ailments. The following are safe and easy herbal recipes that can be made with ingredients you may already have in your kitchen pantry.

GINGER ROOTS

Recommended for colds, flu, relief of gas pains, and motion sickness.

1 oz. grated gingerroot and 1 pt. of water

Just simply mix one ounce of grated gingerroot per pint of boiled water. Drink as much as you wish.

PEPPERMINT

Recommended for coughs, colds, flu, congestion and as a digestive aid.

1/2 oz. peppermint leaves and 1 pt. water

Mix 1/2 ounce of peppermint per pint of boiled water. Steep 5 to 20 minutes. Drink as much as you wish.

EUCALYPTUS

Recommended to clear the nose and bronchial tubes.

2 oz. eucalyptus leaves and 1 qt. water

Boil fresh eucalyptus leaves in water, then inhale the steam with a towel over the head.

GARLIC

Recommended for colds, flu, cough, and bacterial infections. This herb contains a chemical that acts as an antibiotic. Garlic may occasionally produce allergic reactions.

8 oz minced garlic and olive oil

Place peeled minced garlic cloves in a jar. Cover with olive oil, let stand for three days, shaking occasionally. Strain and store in a cool place. Take one teaspoon hourly for symptoms.