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.

Monday, 30 June 2008

Nosebleed, Puff-Ball for

"Find an old brown puff-ball from the ground, pick out the soft inside part and put it in nose and let remain for some time."

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

Labels: bleeding, mushroom, nose, nosebleed, puffball