Simple Remedy for Chilblains

February 15th, 2026

Soak them in warm bran and water, then rub them well with mustard-seed flour; but it will be better if they are done before they break.

Source: Recipes for the Million

For Poison

April 4th, 2019

Mix in a tumbler full of warm water one teaspoonful of the flour of mustard; drink while warm: it will make the patient throw off the poison. This is good for the cramp.

Source: The Philadelphia Housewife, Mary Hodgson

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