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Mouth and Gum Problems

For mouth ulcers, dental abscesses and sore or bleeding gums:

1 part Sage leaves

1 part Marigold flowers

Infusion: gargle frequently (3 or more times per day)

2 parts Blackberry leaves

1 part Marigold flowers

1 part Sage leaves

1 part Thyme herb

Infusion: gargle frequently

2 parts Sage leaves

2 parts Thyme herb

1 part Peppermint leaves

Infusion: gargle frequently

Marshmallow root

Infusion: gargle frequently

Nosebleed

Soak a wad of cotton wool with the fresh juice or a strong decoction of Shepherd’s Purse and insert in the nostril. Bleeding is soon stopped.

The fresh juice is often quicker to apply, but to make a ‘strong decoction’ for urgent treatment: add 5-10 grams of the fresh or dried herb to 100 ml of water and allow it to boil in a covered vessel for a few minutes. The cotton wool can be soaked in the hot decoction and then air-cooled before application to the nose.

Stinging Nettle and Marigold, also highly effective, can be used in the same way.

Sore Throat and Tonsillitis

1 part Sage leaves

1 part Thyme herb

Infusion: gargle frequently (3 or more times per day)

Garlic: fresh cloves, peeled and chopped, then mixed in equal parts with honey — I teaspoon every 2-4 hours for acute conditions, otherwise 3 teaspoons per day

Sage and Thyme have an antiseptic/astringent action, and Garlic has definite antibacterial properties. For minor cases, use either remedy; for best results in more serious cases, combine both treatments.

Toothache

Clove Oil (essential oil)

Apply a few drops to tooth cavity, but avoid gums

1 part St John’s Wort herb

1 part Chamomile flowers

Rinse mouth repeatedly with a strong infusion

Yarrow herb

Chew the fresh leaf

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