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.

Sunday, 30 November 2008

Bitters for Chronic Rheumatism

Prickly-ash berries, spikenard root, yellow poplar and dog-wood barks, of each 1/2 lb; all pulverized and put into a gallon jug, and fill it up with brandy. Dose -- A wine-glass of it is to be taken 3 times daily before meals.

Source: Dr Chase's Recipes, or Information for Everybody, A.W. Chase

Labels: bark, brandy, dogwood, poplar, prickly ash, rheumatism, spikenard

Sunday, 12 October 2008

Remedy for Asthma

Elecampane, angelica, comfrey and spikenard roots, with hoarhound tops, of each 1 oz; bruise and steep in honey 1 pt. Dose: a table-spoon, taken hot every few minutes, until relief is obtained, then several times daily until a cure is effected.

Source: Dr Chase's Recipes, or Information for Everybody, A.W. Chase

Labels: angelica, asthma, comfrey, elecampane, hoarhound, honey, spikenard