German Method of preventing Hysterics
July 28th, 2026
Carraway seeds, finely pounded, with a small proportion of ginger and salt, spread upon bread and butter, and eaten every day, especially early in the morning, and at night, before going to bed, are successfully used in Germany, as a domestic remedy against hysterics.
Source: The new family receipt-book, Maria-Eliza Rundell
To make British Herb Tea
July 25th, 2026
Take of hawthorn leaves, dried, two parts, sage and balm one part; mix these well together and they will make an excellent and pleasant sanative tea, particularly wholesome to nervous people.
Source: The new family receipt-book, Maria-Eliza Rundell