FoxFire ~HomeMade Remedies~Jan. CONTEST

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Have you heard of FoxFire? Yea,there is the book,and the movie,i have them both..One of my favorite movies to watch by the way.Shows you how it was and possibly still is for some folks,to other’s it is a reminder of the way it was.My grandma called this time”The good ole days”.A time when family and friends meant something.Atime when neighbor’s were best friends and stood by each other to make sure they were ok.You always helped a friend in need ,because next time it may be you!When someone was sick in the house,you had friends and neighbors coming over to set with them,clean,cook ,just whatever was needed…And nothing was expected in return”but the do unto other’s ” deal….
Yea….That would be good days….What if we still did this..Just imagine,neighborhoods and church’s would take care of their own!Everyone lending a helping hand..Can you imagine buying you an acre or two of land and all at once all the neighbors show up to help you build your home?All the ladies,and men,showing up with food to feed everyone at lunch!All the kids running around playing together..with none being any better than the other…No prejudice,Just laughter ringing through the air..At luch everyone stops and thanks our God above for what you are blessed with….
In this generation,I can only imagine….
FoxFire,,,,A reminder of homemade remedies as well..Doctor’s a lot of times were not readily available in time of need or emergencies,or just needing a refill.So you better know what to do!Hence were home remedies born many ,many, moons ago! They did not stop being used because they did not work.They stopped being used because pharmacutical companies wanted al the money.So they started a plan that soon worked to get all your money.It was convienant to run to corner drugstore to pick it up,or to ask the druggist what you needed..And to begin with it was not expensive.You could trade a dozen eggs for all your meds,or a pint of fresh milk or butter,yea you get the idea..That did not last long.The 20th century brought in greed.Hence where we are now.Drugs have become so expensive there are MILLIONS,who can not afford the very meds they need to lead a meaningful life.That is sad,TOO SAD…
But that is another blog for another time….This one is meant for home remedies…..and the such..Hope you enjoy and remember….
MAKE AND USE AT YOUR OWN RISK…
some of these i have used and used for years ,others i have forgot about or did not know..Most are completely safe,i will try to stick with most of these,will say otherwise if i know it…Remember allergins come into play also if this is something you experience,,,,

@@@@@@@@@for anyone who may be interested in finding out more about the series”FOXFIRE”,click below..

http://www.backwoodshome.com/store/files/ssfoxfire.html

!!!!!!!!!!aND check back ,because my next blog will have my jan. contest,I’m giving away a peice of my antique ‘’somethings”.I have a lot of old stuff i have kept in my home.nick nacks and the such,,i just like the old look..i’ll have a pic on next blog…easy entry…so make sure and look tomorrow ….!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

And before i leave ,Get the movie foxfire and watch it!Get the book…YOU WILL LOVE IT~~~
Betty~SIMPLY SOUTHERN

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OLD FASHION BLADDER TREATMENT

 A unique and unusual treatment for bladder infections is to take a teaspoon of pure garlic juice. This is said to be effective in killing off the bacteria responsible for many bladder infections. This simple treatment can be repeated as often as needed.

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Poison Ivy Treatment

POSION IVY …

Use equal parts of apple cider vinegar and water. Dab on the affected skin areas allowing to dry. Apply as often as needed for relief.

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MUSCLE CRAMPS((MAY WORK ON RESTLESS LEG)) 

An old time remedy for muscle cramps is two teaspoons of honey with meals. If this is done on a regular basis, the cramping will usually diminish within one to two weeks. It is recommended that the honey be taken on a regular basis to prevent the muscle cramps returning once you get them to stop. This has proven to be effective in cases of cramps in the feet and legs during the night

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 HEADACHES!!!

FOR A  headache  use an ice-cold piece of cooking aluminum foil on your forehead. This is said to be perfect for curing a headache. One doctor who has been studying headaches for years says the foil cools the blood and the headache disappears in about two minutes

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INDIGESTION

In case of indigestion, prepare a mixture of one teaspoon of baking soda to a glass of water and drink for immediate relief. It is normal for this to cause a burping or a belching reaction as the relief takes place. This is also recommended for heartburn. You can use this remedy a couple of times a day if necessary for temporary relief. If the problem persists, of if there are any other symptoms, be sure to consult your doctor.

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 COUGHING

You can make a simple cough remedy by boiling one lemon slowly for approximately 10 minutes. This will soften the lemon so that it will be juicier, and it will also soften the rind. Cut the lemon in two parts and extract the juice with a lemon squeezer. Put the juice into an ordinary drinking glass. Add two tablespoonfuls of glycerine. Stir the glycerine and lemon juice mixture well, then fill the drinking glass with honey. (Glycerine can be purchased from your local druggist or pharmacy.)

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My personal way is to get the juice of a lemon ,1 tbs .honey and i peppermint candy..add 1/2 cup water and heat up till all melts together…cool down just enough to drink and sip it…

ANOTHER WAY,FOR ADULTS ONLY….

 in this mixture add 1/4 cup whiskey instead of water.heat it up and drink.Best if you rest afterwards.I have done this with the flu several times and you’d be surprized how good this works with colds and aches..

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 VARICOSE VEINS–

(my grandma did this and lived to be 98–no veins! (betty)

This old folk remedy is still being used in some foreign countries. Apply apple cider vinegar, just as it comes from the bottle to the varicose veins night and morning, by means of the cupped-hands treatment. Shrinking of the veins should be noticed by the end of the month. In addition to applying the vinegar to the veins, two teaspoonfuls of apple cider vinegar added to a glass of water are also recommended twice a day.

a note here…grandma also used olive oil on her lips and inside mouth for dryness…and anytime her legs hurt she would rub with alcohol for circulation…works wonders,i do this myself with restless leg and aches…

~Betty

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Bladder

One teaspoon of olive oil and one teaspoon of garlic juice mixed in a glass of warm water should help eliminate the bacteria responsible for bladder infections. Drink three times a day, before meals. Substitute cranberry juice for the water if the infection is especially stubborn.

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For BURNS—

Simple and easy way for burns.Make sure you get an aloe vera plant(easy to care for and makes babies often!) anytime you get a burn,break off a stem and apply directly to burn for  few minutes…safe for all ages…

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Nail in foot

 as soon as possible after doing this ,pour turpentine or paint thinner directly on wound!This will keep swelling,pain,and infection down tremendously!I am barefooted a lot and i have stepped on things numerous times..i will tell you this works!!!!! and it does not hurt….

~Betty

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Asthma

roll a spider web in a ball and swallow it if you feel an atack coming on without your meds!This remedy is being researched still to find out how it works!!!!

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Bed Sores

 wet a cotton ball down with maalox,squeeze the liquid directly into the sores.Then it is best to place a small fan directed toward it to quickly dry the maalox up on the sore.The same ingrediant that dries up antacid in your stomach will dry up the sores! has been told that this also takes pain out!

 wonder how it would work on acne and such???boils maybe…try it ,let me know….

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Zits–dab with lemon juice! toothpaste works also.

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nose bleed

Put a dime between your lower teeth and gum..it will stop the bleeding quicky!

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cough remedy for adults and kids!!!!

 rub vicks salve generously(not too much it can burn) and place warm socks over it at bedtime..This will ease your cough for hours,even a bad cough..works excellent on kids!!

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WILL ADD MORE LATER! LET ME KNOW IF YOU ENJOY THESE..

~Betty~Simply Southern

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