Old Time Remedies

The remedies our ancestors used -- or, at least, were told to use! Folk remedies, old wives' tales, mediaeval cures... they're all here.

NOTE: these remedies are listed only for information and/or amusement. They are not to be construed as medical advice of any type, nor are they recommended for use. Consult your doctor for any medical advice you require.

Wednesday, 18 June 2008

Fishbone, Choking from

"Raw egg, taken soon as possible." It helps to carry bone out of throat and is a remedy ready at hand.

Source: Mother's Remedies: Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remidies from Mothers of the United States and Canada, T. J. Ritter

Labels: choking, egg, fish bone, throat

Monday, 21 April 2008

Choking, Fish Bone to Stop

"A fish bone stuck in the throat can often be dislodged by swallowing a raw egg or raw oyster."

Source: Mother's Remedies: Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remidies from Mothers of the United States and Canada, T. J. Ritter

Labels: choking, egg, fish bone, oyster, throat