Old School Remedies Part A-D

Researchers have found out the older generations (Old Schoolers) remedies for curing certain ailments were founded by our grandparents, great grandparents, even our great, great grandparents. Some remedies may cure your ailments without going to the doctor's office. You may not need a specialist for your condition. You may not need to go to the emergency room in the middle of the night. You may be able to take care of your problems using simple supplies around your house. You would be surprise how one thing can help cure something different. Maybe something simple can be used that could help save someone's life. These suggestions may only help minor problems. If they do not help please see a physician for immediate help.

If you have an acne problem, all you need to do is wash your face a couple times a day with a mild soap. After washing the affected area add some mild benzoyl peroxide or a preparation containing sulfur.

If you have a minor dog bite, scrub the bitten area with mild soap and water for at least 5 to 10 minutes. Then rinse the area off with clean water. Add some kind of antiseptic to the minor scar area.

If you believe you have a mild case of appendicitis (inflammation of the appendix) drink plenty of clear liquids. Do not apply anything cold on the abdomen. A heat pad may ease your stomachache. Do not take a laxative or an enema because it may make the appendicitis worse.

If you believe you may have asthma, the ancient Greeks used something called licorice root. Some health food stores may have licorice root tea. Do not drink too much of this tea because it could make the asthma worse. Eating an apple a day may help control your asthma.

For athlete foot which you may have itching and/or rashes. It is a fungus infection. Buy some fungicidal ointment and use once or twice a day. If you have very sensitive skin apply once a day or buy something with lesser strength.