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IndexAAche-No-More Foot
Formula, 205Achy Muscle Massage
Gel, 276Acid reflux, 185Acne-Erasing Toner, 96Acne remedies
baking soda, 39bran, 228carrots, 66cinnamon, 118garlic, 147grapes, 60hydrogen peroxide, 345lemons, 191nutmeg, 123–124oatmeal, 220olive oil, 240onions, 254–255raspberries, 56sugar, 166toothpaste, 285tree fruits, 16witch hazel, 339–340yogurt, 352–353
Acorns, 204Aftershave, 120, 178, 325,
338–339Age spot remedies
apples, 11
castor oil, 78cherries, 15honey, 161horseradish, 153lemons, 191onions, 255–256
Alcohol (rubbing), 341, 342
Alcoholic beverages, 185, 230–231. See also Hangover remedies; specific types
Allergy cautions, 211Allergy remedies, 3, 71,
82, 159–160All-Natural Shampoo,
241All-Over Honey and
Herb Scrub, 162All-Purpose Cough
Syrup, 247Allspice, 123Almond oil, 182, 205, 210Almonds
for beauty, 208, 209, 228
for health, 202–203, 204, 205, 207
Alpha Hydroxy Facial Mask, 30
Alzheimer’s disease, 6, 95
Angelica, 108, 109Aniseed, 121, 123, 124Aniseed Syrup, 122Antacid tablets, 135Anti-Anxiety Punch, 203Antibiotics, 346–347Anti-Itch Bath, 303Anxiety. See Stress
remediesAppetite, 21, 98–99, 202Apple cider vinegar. See
VinegarApple Hair Rinse, 10Apples, 1–12
for beauty, 9–12buying, 2caution, 8for health, 1–9, 16popularity, 2varieties, 4, 6
Applesauce, 9, 10, 11–12Apple Tuna Wraps, 7Apricots, 12, 13, 16Arnica oil, 75Aromatherapy, 21, 134.
See also specific essential oils
Aromatic Oil and Milk Bath, 238
Arrhythmia, 102–103Arteriosclerosis, 4
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Balsamic vinegar, 329–330
Bananasfor beauty, 31,
239–240, 298constipation and, 216for health, 28–29
Banana-Walnut Smoothie, 113
Barley, 225, 226Basil, 271, 272–273Bath blends
baking soda, 40, 45bubble baths, 210chamomile, 106, 108cinnamon, 120Epsom salts, 133, 134,
232eucalyptus, 82herbal, 178, 179, 273honey, 155, 162, 313milk, 238, 285, 356oatmeal, 223tea, 303, 309vanilla, 123wine, 313wintertime, 236witch hazel, 340
Bay leaf, 348–349Beer, 312, 313Bees, 158. See also Insect
bites or stings; Insect repellents
Beets, 69, 72Belly fat, 329Berries, 47–57
for beauty, 54–57, 148for health, 47–54smoothie recipes, 169,
272, 348Bilberries, 49Blackberries, 49, 54–55Black eyes, 30, 289, 335
Avocado Body Butter, 23Avocado-Mango Salad,
24Avocado oil, 82–83Avocados, 17–28
for beauty, 22–28caution, 22for health, 17–22history, 21
BBaby food, 22Baby oil, 282, 283, 285Baby powder, 283, 284Back-in-Balance Bath,
128 Back Pain Panacea, 103Back pain remedies
cayenne pepper, 87–88Epsom salts, 130eucalyptus oil, 81rice, 227salt, 289
Bad breath remediesapples, 10avocados, 22cayenne pepper, 91for garlic breath, 149lemons, 196–197parsley, 266–267peppermint, 110–111spices, 117–118, 123tea, 305yogurt, 350
Baked Potatoes Hot Off the Grill, 71
Baking powder, 43, 46Baking soda, 32–42
for beauty, 38–42, 46caution, 38as deodorizer, 260for health, 32–38, 129history, 36
Arthritis remediesapples, 5castor oil, 77cayenne pepper, 87cinnamon, 117Epsom salts, 128flaxseed, 213 gin, 311grapes, 58honey, 154horseradish, 151limes, 310olive oil, 236parsley, 263roses, 181salt, 287vegetable oil, 244vinegar, 320, 321yogurt, 348–349
Aspirin, 135, 136, 137Asthma remedies
apples, 3cranberries, 50garlic, 142–143lavender, 172–173lemons, 185, 190onions, 250parsley, 264sunflower seeds, 214vinegar, 320
Athlete’s foot remediesavocados, 20berries, 48chamomile, 102cinnamon, 112garlic, 143–144mouthwash, 343onions, 253salt, 291vinegar, 317yogurt, 347
Avocado Antifungal Cream, 20
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fruit, 28marigold salve, 181onions, 250parsley, 264–265witch hazel, 335
Bunions, 130, 311Burn remedies
acorns, 204calendula, 179caution, 278honey, 155lavender, 169–170mustard, 296olive oil, 230onions, 250–251petroleum jelly, 278salt, 290
Bursitis, 48, 63, 77, 160–161
Butter, 356Buttermilk, 355, 357, 358
CCabbage, 69–70Cajun Popcorn Topping,
43Calendula
for beauty, 181, 183, 326
for health, 179–180properties of, 234, 329
Calluses. See Corn and callus remedies
Cancer prevention, 95, 113, 163
Cancer treatment, 63Canker sore remedies
baking soda, 32castor oil, 74cranberries, 50milk of magnesia, 135salt, 289yogurt, 347–348
sugar, 280, 294vanilla, 210–211
Boil remediesbread, 226cornmeal, 44eggs, 355–356figs, 14garlic, 139tea, 300
Bone health, 262–263, 305Boomeritis, 129–130.
See also Muscle ache remedies
Bountiful Breakfast Smoothie, 169
Braces pain, 292Brain function
aniseed for, 122apples for, 5, 6berries for, 47–48carrots for, 63–64cinnamon for, 117seeds for, 214turmeric for, 95
Bran, 217, 225, 228BRAT diet, 7–8Brazil nuts, 203, 206, 207Bread, 226Breast feeding, 62, 264,
304–305Breast pain, 77Brewer’s yeast, 43, 45, 46Bronchitis remedies
Epsom salts, 129garlic, 139honey, 159lemons, 187onions, 247–248
Bruise remediesblueberries, 51cayenne pepper, 90Epsom salts, 128fish oil, 83
Blackheads, 133, 161, 191, 228
Black pepper, 93, 96Bladder problems, 50,
188, 213, 316Bleeding disorders, 141Blisters
preventing, 44, 125–126, 275, 301, 342
treating, 62–63, 170, 173, 341
Bloating, 58Blood sugar control, 2,
113, 330Blueberries, 48, 51Body care. See also Body
scrubs; Itchy skinbath powders, 45body butters, 23, 211body oils, 182, 215moisturizers, 25, 163,
177, 193, 285sponge baths, 41wintertime, 41–42
Body odor remedieslemons, 196mouthwash, 343parsley, 267tea tree oil, 84vinegar, 331
Body scrubsalmond, 228avocado, 26citrus, 194–195, 201Epsom salts, 133,
237–238honey, 162mango, 31oatmeal, 223sea salt, 294–295spice, 96, 119, 122–123,
124
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Club soda, 313Cocoa butter, 79–80, 285Coconut, 206Coconut milk, 212Coconut oil, 204, 210–211,
237Coffee, 260, 313Cognac, 311–312Cold and flu remedies.
See also Nasal conges-tion; Sinus remedies
apples, 3baking soda, 35, 36–37castor oil, 77chamomile, 102chives, 258cinnamon, 113–114citrus, 186–187,
198–199cognac, 311–312eucalyptus oil, 81, 82garlic, 139, 140–141,
311–312honey, 159hot-pepper sauce, 94hydrogen peroxide,
343onions, 248–249peppermint, 110tea, 301vinegar, 319, 320, 323yogurt, 346
Cold-Clobbering Tea, 301
Cold sore remediesbaking soda, 37echinacea, 180garlic, 146honey, 160lemons, 189
Cold-temperature relief, 144, 219
Colic, 164
Cherries, 13, 15, 16Cherry Pit-Spitting
Championships, 14Chestnuts, 206Chewing gum, 244Chickpeas, 95Childbirth. See See
Pregnancy or childbirthChildren. See Infants and
childrenChilled Berry Soup, 52Chives, 258, 259Chlorophyll, 337–338Chocolate, 163, 164, 165Cholesterol remedies
apples, 3avocados, 17cinnamon, 113egg vinegar, 330–331sunflower seeds, 214
Chronic fatigue, 322Chub rub, 277Cinnamon, 112–120
for beauty, 117–120, 124
caution, 118essential oil, 134for health, 112–117,
175history, 115
Circulation, 86, 150–151, 249
Citrus, 194–195, 197–201, 234. See also Lemons; Limes
Citrus-Powered Tooth Powder, 190
Classic Lemonade, 185Cloves
for beauty, 123, 124, 242
for health, 121, 185, 231
Cantaloupe, 60Carmelite Water, 109Carotenoderma, 64Carpal tunnel syndrome,
75, 87, 98Carrots, 61–69
for beauty, 66–69caution, 64cooking, 66fishing rods from, 63for health, 61–66
Cashews, 203Castor oil, 73–81
for beauty, 78–81cautions, 74, 75for health, 73–77, 129as lubricant, 79
Cataracts, 302Catnip, 109, 234Cayenne pepper, 85–92
for beauty, 91–92caution, 88for health, 85–91homemade tincture, 92tolerance of, 89–90
Cellulite remediescayenne pepper, 91citrus, 199ginger, 153olive oil, 237strawberries, 57vinegar, 326
Chamomile, 97–108for beauty, 104–108,
111, 326, 329caution, 100essential oil, 134, 234for health, 97–104,
201Chamomile Ice, 101Chard, 297Charley horses, 20, 187,
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eucalyptus oil, 84lavender, 176lemons, 195mint, 111mouthwash, 343tea tree oil, 84vinegar, 327yogurt, 350
Darkening Color Rinse, 309
Dead Sea salt, 290. See also Salt
Dentures, 32, 101, 292Deodorant, 38, 281–282,
337–338Depression, 18–19, 82,
203De-Stressing Bath Blend,
356Detoxification, 185, 264,
287Diabetes, 2, 113, 127, 289Diaper rash remedies
baking soda, 34oatmeal, 219olive oil, 235petroleum jelly, 278witch hazel, 335
Diarrhea Rehydration Formula, 37
Diarrhea remediesapples, 7–8blackberries, 49carrots, 64, 65–66cinnamon, 116gelatin, 164honey, 160limes, 197–198onions, 251–252raspberries, 53rehydration, 227salt, 290
DIY Sports Drink, 35
olive oil, 231onions, 247radishes, 152vinegar, 319wine, 310
Cradle cap, 235Cranberries, 49–50, 56Cranberry Complexion
Complex, 55Cream of tartar, 44–45Creamy Orange Facial
Spread, 201Crispy Pickled Chard
Stalks, 297Cucumbers, 70, 72Cumin, 93, 94Curcumin, 95–96Curried Yogurt Dip, 353Cuticle creams, 28,
79–80, 239Cut or scrape remedies
avocados, 17bananas, 28calendula, 179cloves, 121cranberries, 50Epsom salts, 127grapes, 58–59honey, 155lavender, 174lemons, 184–185mouthwash, 341witch hazel, 335
Cutting boards, 289Cyprus oil, 234Cystitis, 50
DDandruff remedies
aspirin, 136baby oil, 284beer, 312chives, 259
Colonoscopy prep, 122, 334
Comfrey, 109–110, 111Conjunctivitis, 3–4, 303Constipation remedies
angelica, 108apples, 8beets, 69castor oil, 74, 77Epsom salts, 126garlic, 145ginger, 151honey, 160oatmeal, 216olive oil, 231papaya, 30rhubarb, 59sunflower seeds, 214vinegar, 321
Cooling Summer Skin Mist, 176
Coriander, 94, 96Corn and callus remedies
aspirin, 136avocados, 19bread, 226castor oil, 74chamomile, 102Epsom salts, 130–131garlic, 139lemons, 189onions, 254tea, 300
Cornmeal, 43, 44, 46, 200Cornstarch, 43–46Cough remedies
aniseed, 122barley, 226eucalyptus oil, 81ginger, 121honey, 159lavender, 171oatmeal, 217
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Fabulous Fragrant Facial Scrubbers, 105
Facial cleansers. See also Makeup removers
anti-acne, 352–353anti-aging, 307bracing, 222brightening, 54, 152deep-cleaning, 38–39,
132–133, 166, 352exfoliating, 27, 46,
200, 208–209, 293, 299
multitask, 272–273for normal skin, 274for oily skin, 46, 148softening, 105, 200,
208, 299ultra-simple, 192–193
Facial hair, 344–345Facial masks
for all skin types, 15, 26, 193
alpha hydroxy, 30anti-acne, 56, 60, 66,
147, 254–255anti-aging, 60, 68, 163,
209, 222, 256, 354anti-inflammatory,
307–308clarifying, 328cleansing, 25for combination skin,
222detoxifying, 201for dry skin, 25, 31,
95–96, 215, 299, 306, 353
exfoliating, 26, 137, 270, 308–309
firming, 10, 339, 357invigorating, 200–201for irritated skin, 353
ginger, 150–151honey, 157lemons, 185peppermint, 110
Epsom salts, 125–134for beauty, 132–134caution, 127for health, 125–131,
287history, 130magnesium in, 125
Essential oils, 21, 134, 234. See also specific essential oils
Eucalyptus oilfor beauty, 84for health, 81–82, 129,
171properties of, 134, 234
Excellent Electrolyte Enhancer, 288
Eyebrows, 280Eyelashes, 79, 237Eyes
bags under, 27black eye, 30, 289, 335bloodshot, 52cataracts, 302dark circles, 16,
209–210, 268makeup remover, 78,
243, 245pinkeye, 3–4, 303puffy or swollen, 293sore or strained, 52, 74,
97, 181, 189, 303, 335styes, 74, 266, 303vision, 29, 49, 64, 215
Eye shadow, 279
FFabulous Facial Mist, 344Fabulous Flu Bath, 102
Dizziness, 316Drug interactions, 88,
100, 249, 317Dry scalp, 24Dysentery, 251–252
EEarache remedies
bran, 225carrots, 61castor oil, 76chamomile, 100garlic, 139, 141lavender, 172onions, 246–247salt, 287
Earwax, 93, 244, 342Easy Oat Crackers, 221Echinacea, 180, 182Eczema remedies
avocados, 19, 20milk, 354–355oatmeal, 217–218olive oil, 232–233tea, 303–304vegetable shortening,
244Eggs, 354, 357, 358Egg vinegar, 330–331Elder flowers, 329Electrolyte balance
avocados for, 20baking soda for, 35Epsom salts for, 128lemons for, 186rice for, 227salt for, 288
Electrolyte-Replacement Tonic, 186
Endometriosis, 77Energizing Bath Oil, 340Energy enhancers
essential oils, 234
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Fishing rods, 63Fish oil, 82–83Five-Minute All-Star
Marinade, xFlaxseed, 213, 215Fleas, in carpet, 33Flowery Bath Crystals,
133Flu. See Cold and flu
remediesFluid retention, 21Foaming Ache Reliever,
291Food cravings, 99, 114,
185Foot care. See also
Athlete’s foot remedies; Blisters; Ingrown toenails; Plantar warts
cold feet, 85, 115, 249diabetes caution, 289dry, cracked feet, 194,
229, 238–239, 277, 331
exfoliation, 124, 134, 194, 238, 295
foot odor, 134, 165–166, 181, 295, 305, 337
sweaty feet, 44, 301tired feet, 41, 57, 131,
181, 205, 266, 298, 335
Foot-to-Head Warm-Up Treatment, 219
Four Thieves Vinegar, 321, 322, 323
Freckle remediescastor oil, 79horseradish, 153lemons, 191papaya, 31strawberries, 57
anti-inflammatory, 308anti-shine, 339astringent, 183, 192cleansing, 66detoxifying, 293–294for dry skin, 16, 341herbal, 328–329invigorating, 152–153multitask, 12, 93, 273for normal skin, 340for oily skin, 72,
306–307pH-balancing, 328softening, 192, 256soothing, 104, 111,
179ultra-simple, 268–269
Fat, in avocados, 17Fatigue, 157, 249, 322Fettuccine Sweet and
Hot, 89Fever, 54, 71, 86–87Fever blisters. See Cold
sore remediesFeverfew, 180Fiber, 1Fibromyalgia, 128Figs, 14, 16Finger infections, 173Fingernails. See also
Hand carecleaning, 38cuticles, 28, 79–80,
239fungus, 83, 282, 318,
331, 343, 347hangnails, 73,
275–276polishing, 324weak, 68, 148, 166,
197, 229, 245, 358whitening, 196, 284,
313, 324, 345
moisturizing, 269, 308–309
multitask, 56, 273, 357for normal to oily skin,
25–26for oily skin, 111, 118,
220, 227, 353peel-off, 68–69, 165pore-refining, 60,
147–148, 294for rough, blemished
skin, 193skin-lightening, 96,
256skin prep for, 104, 179softening, 56, 106, 107,
132soothing, 118–119stress-reducing, 353toning, 221
Facial moisturizersapple, 10–11avocado, 26baby oil, 285butter, 356castor oil, 81commercial brands, 25eucalyptus oil, 84lavender, 177lemon, 358olive oil, 240, 243petroleum jelly, 279vegetable shortening,
245Facial neuralgia, 316Facial steams, 106–107,
124Facial toners
for all skin types, 228, 306
anti-acne, 96antibacterial,
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restoring shine, 25, 56, 161, 183, 312, 331, 343
softening, 177, 257styling, 176, 283, 293,
312, 358summertime, 229volumizing, 132, 212,
292, 312washing, 11–12, 84,
132Hair conditioners
avocado, 24beer, 313cantaloupe, 60carrot, 67egg, 358garlic, 150herbal, 326macadamia oil, 212mayonnaise, 298molasses, 167olive oil, 242, 243peanut butter, 212rosemary, 274wheat germ, 229yogurt, 351–352
Hair-Growth Tonic, 351Hair loss, 91, 241,
256–258, 267–268Hair problems
chlorine damage, 42, 241, 313
flyaway hair, 240, 268frizzy hair, 23, 165gray hair, 149–150,
166, 274oily hair, 132, 195paint spatters, 283 split ends, 282
Hair spray, 167, 195Hair-Taming Treatment,
150
Gout, 13, 128, 146Gout-Be-Gone Preserves,
5Grains, 225–229. See also
OatmealGranita, 101Grapefruit essential oil,
21, 134Grapefruit juice, 198,
199Grapes, 58–59, 60Great Grape and
Marvelous Melon Smoothie, 58
Gum disease remediesbaking soda, 33chamomile, 100lemons, 191salt, 286tea, 302–303witch hazel, 333
HHairbrushes, 42, 327Hair care. See also
Dandruff remedies; Hair conditioners; Hair loss; Hair problems; Hair spray; Shampoos
balancing pH, 72clarifying, 10, 42, 67,
215, 327, 350–351coloring, 282dry-cleaning, 223–224,
283enhancing color,
67–68, 242, 257, 260, 267, 309–310, 351
highlighting, 72, 105, 313, 344
lightening, 200moisturizing, 25
French Carrot Salad, 62French Dressing, 239Fruit. See specific fruits
GGallbladder health, 188Garlic, 138–150
bad breath from, 149for beauty, 147–150buying, 144caution, 141excessive use, 142for health, 138–147,
311–312, 320history, 146
Garlicky Broccolini, 145
Garlic-Strawberry Facial Scrub, 148
Gas preventionbaking soda for, 37bran for, 217carrots for, 64citrus for, 199parsley for, 262spices for, 94
Gelatin, 164, 165–166Gem of a Germ-Busting
Brew, 140Geranium oil, 134, 209,
234Germs, killing, 323Get-Up-and-Go Honey
Bars, 157Gin, 311Ginger
for beauty, 122–123, 124, 153, 238
for health, 121, 122, 150–151, 213, 236
Ginger ale, 313Gingivitis. See Gum
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Herbs, 108–111, 270–274. See also specific herbs
Hiccups, 99, 164, 189High blood pressure
apples for, 5aspirin for, 135avocados for, 21cautions, 127, 289cream of tartar for, 45garlic for, 138raspberries for, 53vinegar for, 320
Hivesbaking soda for, 33chamomile for, 98cream of tartar for, 44Epsom salts for, 128tea for, 303vinegar for, 316–317
Honey, 154–163for beauty, 161–163,
211, 313buying, 156caution, 160for health, 154–161,
247, 320Honey of a Hot Toddy,
159Horseradish, 71, 151–152,
153Horseradish Detox Dip,
151Hot flashes, 7, 316Hot-pepper sauce, 94Human papillomavirus
(HPV), 41Hydrogen peroxide, 342,
343, 344–345
IIBS, 14Ice pack, homemade, 341
salt, 287tea, 301vinegar, 318
Healing Oil and Salt Soak, 232
Heartburn. See Indigestion and heartburn remedies
Heart healthapples for, 3caution, 127cayenne pepper for,
88chamomile for,
102–103nuts for, 205onions for, 249
Heat exhaustion, 253, 291Heat rash, 43, 59, 173Heat-relief agents
apples, 8baking soda, 35cabbage, 69–70chamomile, 101hydrogen peroxide,
344, 345lavender, 176mangoes, 29spicy food, 296witch hazel, 337
Heirloom Flu Stopper, 3Hemorrhoid remedies
baking soda, 34cabbage, 69chamomile, 103–104cornstarch, 44cranberries, 49leeks, 259lemons, 188nuts, 207witch hazel, 332
Herbal infusions, 99Herbal Super Soak, 273
Hand care. See also Finger infections; Fingernails; specific conditions
cleaning, 167, 197, 244, 292, 324
deodorizing, 41, 260, 306, 324
exfoliating, 238mask treatment, 357moisturizing, 26, 78,
245protecting, 282rough or raw hands,
170, 220, 277, 314–315
sanitizing, 172, 312Handy Hand Sanitizer,
312Handy Hydrator, 227Hangnails, 73, 275–276Hangover remedies
citrus, 198honey, 156milk, 356Pernod, 311vinegar, 319
Hard-as-Nails Tonic, 166Hasty-Tasty Avocado
Spread, 18Hay fever, 49, 346Hazelnuts, 206Headache remedies. See
also Migraine remediesangelica, 108avocados, 22cinnamon, 115lavender, 173, 174lemons, 184limes, 197mint, 110nuts, 204rice, 227
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JJasmine oil, 234Jock itch, 144, 291Joint pain remedies
apples, 5bananas, 28cinnamon, 117ginger, 121herbs, 271lavender, 171olive oil, 236roses, 181vinegar, 321–322
Juniper oil, 234, 237, 350
KKidney infections, 50,
252Kidney stones, 128, 185,
264
LLaryngitis remedies
garlic, 141honey, 158onions, 253salt, 291witch hazel, 334
Lavender, 168–179for beauty, 176–179,
326, 329caution, 171essential oil, 21, 134,
234for health, 168–175history, 177soap recipe, 224–225tea recipe, 174
Lavender Blister Dust, 170
Lavender Lemonade, 174Laxatives. See
Constipation remedies
honey for, 155lavender for, 168lemons for, 188mouthwash for, 341oatmeal for, 217–218onions for, 251parsley for, 265salt for, 291toothpaste for, 283vinegar for, 315–316
Insect repellentsBrazil nuts, 207feverfew, 180garlic, 142lavender, 168mentholated rub, 283parsley, 265–266rosemary-sage, 272vinegar, 315, 323witch hazel, 336–337
Insomnia remediesavocados, 21castor oil, 73citrus, 199–200essential oils, 234honey, 157lavender, 175onions, 252wine, 310
Intensive Avocado Hand Treatment, 26
Intensive Molasses Hair Conditioner, 167
Iron intake, 189Irritable bowel syndrome
(IBS), 14Italian Dipping Oil, 233Itchy skin
almond oil for, 205salt for, 291thyme for, 271vinegar for, 316–317yogurt for, 349
Immunity, 15, 185Indigestion and
heartburn remediesaniseed, 121baking soda, 35chamomile, 99cinnamon, 115honey, 154lavender, 174lemons, 186nuts, 202–203oatmeal, 216–217olive oil, 231papayas, 29–30parsley, 261pickles, 296turmeric, 95vinegar, 316
Infants and childrenbaby food, 22colic, 164cradle cap, 235diaper rash, 34, 219,
235, 278, 335diarrhea, 64, 164honey caution, 160newborn care, 206shampooing, 282teething, 235
Inflamed-Ear Elixir, 76Inflammation, 76–77,
95Ingrown toenails,
128–129, 226, 291Insect bites or stings
antacids for, 135aspirin for, 135baking soda for,
33–34bananas for, 28calendula for, 179cornstarch for, 43Epsom salts for, 126
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Mint, 110, 111, 329, 336. See also Peppermint
Miracle Whip®, 299Moisturizers. See Body
care; Facial moisturizersMoisturizing Bubble
Bath, 210Moisturizing Skin Mask,
269Molasses, 164, 166, 167Mood. See Depression;
Stress remediesMorning sickness, 53,
171–172, 316Mosquitoes. See Insect
bites or stings; Insect repellents
Motion sickness, 53, 189Mouth bites, 291–292Mouthwash
homemade, 53, 65as remedy, 341, 343
Multipurpose Marigold Salve, 181
Muscle ache remediescalendula, 179garlic, 143ginger, 121lavender, 171leeks, 259mustard, 298olive oil, 236petroleum jelly, 276salt, 291vinegar, 320, 321–322witch hazel, 334, 335
Muscle cramp remediesavocados, 20lemons, 187mustard, 297pickles, 296raspberry, 53tonic water, 310
mayonnaise, 298olive oil, 243vegetable shortening,
245Mallow, 329Malt vinegar, 331Mangosicles, 29Mangoes, 24, 29, 31Marigolds, 181Massage, 20–21, 27, 276Mayonnaise, 106,
298–299Medical test prep, 122,
334Melons, 58, 59, 60Memory. See Brain
functionMenopause symptoms,
7, 316Menstrual problems
cramps, 70, 98, 115heavy flow, 90, 115,
270iron loss, 12irregular cycles,
214–215late start, 271
Mentholated rub, 282–283
Mighty Minty Anti-Bug Brew, 336
Migraine remediescayenne pepper, 88feverfew, 180ginger, 122honey, 156lavender, 174mustard, 298nuts, 204–205tea, 302
Milk, 354–355, 356Milk of magnesia,
135–136, 137
Leek Liniment, 259Leeks, 259Leg cramps, 20, 53, 187,
310Lemon essential oil, 21Lemon-Fresh Face
Cream, 358Lemon-Fresh Smoothie,
194Lemons, 184–197
for beauty, 72, 191–197, 200, 358
caution, 188as deodorizer, 260for health, 184–191,
198Lettuce, 70Light Cherry Clafoutis, 13Lime essential oil, 234Limes, 197–200, 310Linden flowers, 329Lip balms, 120, 243, 280Lip stain, 55Lipstick, 279Lip treatments, 239–240,
304Liver function, 263Lovely Leg Lotion, 84Lubricating oil, 79
MMacadamia oil, 212Magnesium, 125. See also
Epsom saltsMakeup
face color, 72, 119, 279face powder, 46, 284oily skin fix, 46
Makeup brushes, 327–328
Makeup removersbaby oil, 285castor oil, 78
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PPapayas, 29–30, 31Parsley, 261–270
in ancient Greece, 267for beauty, 266–270,
326caution, 264for health, 261–266protein in, 261tea recipe, 264
Parsley Pesto, 262Patchouli, 234Peaches, 14, 15, 16Peachy-Keen Facial, 15Peanut butter, 212Peanut oil, 129Peanuts, 206Pears, 13, 14, 16Pecans, 204–205Pectin, 2–3Peppermint
for beauty, 110–111, 124, 131
essential oil, 21, 134, 234
for health, 33, 82, 110, 236, 237
Peppermint Foot Soak, 131
Perfect Peppermint Toothpaste, 33
Perfume, 183, 281Pernod, 311Pesticides, 8, 38, 323Petroleum jelly, 275–282
for beauty, 279–282caution, 278for health, 275–278history, 280
Photosensitivity, 188Phytoestrogens, 7Pickles and juice, 296,
299
for beauty, 237–243caution, 236extra virgin, 231for health, 230–237legend, 243
Onions, 246–258in ancient Egypt, 252for beauty, 254–258caution, 249for health, 246–254juicing, 248odor on hands, 260roasted, 330
Onion skins, 253, 257Oral care. See also Bad
breath remedies; Dentures; Gum disease remedies; Toothache remedies; specific conditions
bleeding gums, 286, 302
healing remedy, 30lemon caution, 188preventive care, 59,
175, 214teeth cleaning, 32, 33,
54, 190teeth whitening, 9, 40,
68, 161, 191, 226, 325, 345
tooth extractions, 126, 302
Orangesfor beauty, 200–201essential oil, 21for health, 198, 201salad recipe, 250word derivation, 199
Oregano, 270Osteoporosis, 262–263,
305Outdoorsy Bath Salts, 40
Muscle injuries, 75, 298. See also Sprains and strains
Mustard, 296–298
NNasal congestion, 35,
173, 283, 296Nausea and vomiting
apples for, 5–6citrus for, 198cranberries for, 50hydration for, 227lemons for, 187oregano for, 270pickles for, 296
Nettles, 326Nightmares, 271Nosebleeds, 90–91, 189,
318, 336Nutmeg, 123–124, 188,
356Nuts, 202–212. See also
Seedsfor beauty, 207–212caution, 211classification, 206for health, 202–207nutrients in, 207–208
OOatmeal, 216–225. See
also Grainsfor beauty, 46,
220–225caution, 218for health, 216–220instant, 217Quaker Oats, 224soap recipe, 224–225
Obesity, 320. See also Weight-loss aids
Olive oil, 230–243
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Rice vinegar, 331Ringworm, 146, 253, 288Roasted Balsamic
Onions, 330Rosacea, 103Rose hips, 111Rosemary
for beauty, 177, 241, 274
for health, 129, 175, 236, 271, 272, 273
properties of, 234, 329Rose oil, 234Roses, 181, 182, 183Rose water, 182, 183Rosewood oil, 234Rosy Vinegar Splash, 183Rubbing alcohol, 341, 342
SSAD, 12–13, 99, 203–204Sage, 271, 273, 274, 326Salt, 286–295
for beauty, 292–295caution, 289cravings for, 258–259as deodorizer, 260for health, 286–292superstitions, 295types, 290
Scalp treatmentsavocado, 24garlic, 149ginger, 153herbal, 268mouthwash, 341sea salt, 292–293
Scars, minimizinglavender for, 178nutmeg for, 123–124oils for, 80, 83, 243
Sciatica, 75, 128, 141Scoville scale, 94
buttermilk, 355Epsom salts, 129fish oil, 82–83olive oil, 233–235petroleum jelly, 275salt, 290vegetable shortening,
244vinegar, 316–317witch hazel, 333
Pumpkin seeds, 213, 214Puncture wounds, 50,
127Pure and Simple Wrinkle
Remover, 137
QQuaker Oats, 224
RRadishes, 152Raisins, in gin, 311R & R Bath Blend, 285Rash remedies
Epsom salts, 126lettuce, 70milk of magnesia,
135–136oatmeal, 217–218olive oil, 233salt, 291
Raspberries, 51–53, 55, 56
Raspberry-Leaf Tea, 48Raspberry-Rosemary
Smoothie, 272Raspberry Sore Throat
Solution, 51Razor burn, 40, 84, 136Relaxing Bath Blend, 45Rheumatism, 131, 143Rhubarb, 59Rice, 227, 228
Pineapple, 30Pinkeye, 3–4, 303Pistachios, 209–210Plantain, 315–316Plantar warts, 28–29,
75–76Plums, 13, 14–15Poison ivy, oak, or sumac
acorns for, 204bananas for, 29chamomile for, 97–98cornstarch for, 43Epsom salts for, 126garlic for, 144lavender for, 170oatmeal for, 217–218olive oil for, 233salt for, 291tea for, 303vinegar for, 314
Postnasal drip, 276–277Potassium, 21Potatoes, 71, 72Pot marigolds. See
CalendulaPregnancy or childbirth
baby oil for, 285castor oil for, 83coconut oil for, 206essential oils for, 234lavender for, 171–172raspberries for, 53remedy cautions, 74,
127, 180, 264, 304, 317
vinegar for, 316Prickly heat, 43, 59, 173Prostate problems, 213,
214, 264Prunes, 15Pruritus, 316–317Psoriasis remedies
avocados, 19
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witch hazel, 334Sour cream, 357Sour stomach, 71Sperm count, 145, 164,
207Spicy Chickpea Dip, 95Spicy Flu Fighter, 114Spicy Sore Throat Syrup,
90Spinach Salad with
Onions and Oranges, 250
Splinters, 36, 125, 247Sports drinks. See
Electrolyte balanceSports food, 157Sports injuries, 129–130,
236. See also Muscle ache remedies
Sprains and strainsavocados for, 22castor oil for, 75cayenne pepper for, 87comfrey for, 109–110Epsom salts for, 130garlic for, 143leeks for, 259mustard for, 298
St. Hildegard’s Parsley Wine Tonic, 263
St. John’s wort oil, 75Stamina, 4–5Styes, 74, 266, 303Stimulating Ginger Hair
Cleanser, 153Stomachache, 98, 254Stomach cramps, 43, 261Stomach flu. See Nausea
and vomitingStrawberries, 48, 53–57,
148Stress-Busting Cookies,
116
Smoking cessationantacids for, 135baking soda for, 38carrots for, 62cinnamon for, 114cloves for, 121lemons for, 185sunflower seeds for,
214Smoothies
Banana-Walnut, 113Bountiful Breakfast,
169fruit, 16Great Grape and
Marvelous Melon, 58Lemon-Fresh, 194Raspberry-Rosemary,
272Skin-Soothing
Chamomile, 107Smooth-Skin, 308Triple-Delight, 348
Softening Body Scrub, 223
Solid Perfume, 281Soothing Sunburn Bath,
155Sores, weeping, 63, 173Sore throat remedies
blueberries, 51carrots, 61cayenne pepper, 86, 90chamomile, 100garlic, 139lemons, 187limes, 198mustard, 296radishes, 152raspberries, 51roses, 181salt, 292vinegar, 319
Sea salt. See SaltSeasonal affective disor-
der (SAD), 12–13, 99, 203–204
Seeds, 207, 213–215Sensational Salad
Dressing, 325Sesame oil, 213Sesame seeds, 215Shampoo for Harried
Swimmers, 42Shampoos, 72, 104, 196,
241Shaving cream, 41, 211,
243, 285. See also Razor burn
Shingles, 51, 131Shin splints, 75Shortening, vegetable,
244–245Simply Citrus Hair Spray,
195Sinus-Clearing Bath Oil,
82Sinus remedies
bath blends, 82, 236horseradish, 151–152onions, 246peppermint, 237salt, 287–288vinegar, 316, 320
Skin cancer risk, 190Skin care. See Body care;
Facial cleansers; Facial masks; Facial moistur-izers; Facial toners; Hand care; specific conditions
Skin-Soothing Chamomile Smoothie, 107
Sleep. See Insomnia remedies
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Timely Tick Repellent, 315
Tinnitus, 76, 147, 253Tip-Top Mouthwash, 65Tomatoes, 72Tongue bites, 291–292Tonic water, 310Toothache remedies
black pepper, 93catnip, 109cayenne pepper, 85chamomile, 101clove oil, 231Epsom salts, 126garlic, 138–139salt, 286–287
Toothpaste, 283, 284, 285. See also Oral care
Toxin-Tossin’ Bath Blend, 287
Traveler’s diarrhea, 251–252
Trigeminal neuralgia, 127Triple-Delight Smoothie,
348Turmeric, 95–96
UUlcer remedies
baking soda, 35barley, 225cabbage, 70caution, 141cayenne pepper, 88–89garlic, 146plums, 14–15vinegar, 320
Ultra-Healthy Hair Conditioner, 67
Urinary tract infections (UTIs), 45, 50, 249, 264
Urination problems, 152, 251, 259
Sun spots. See Age spot remedies
Suntansdry skin from, 31fake, 119–120, 167
Super Juice, 319Super Skeeter Repellent,
142Super Spray Deodorant,
338Super Sunflower Wafers,
214Sweet and Salty Body
Scrub, 294Sweet-and-Sour Onions,
255Sweet and Spicy Sore
Throat Cure, 86Swimmer’s ear, 342
TTamago-su, 330–331Tangerine essential oil,
234Tangerines, 198–199Tea, 300–310. See also
specific herbsfor beauty, 305–310caution, 304for health, 300–305history, 306
Tea Times Two, 99Tea tree oil
for beauty, 84, 270for health, 20, 82, 83,
235, 312properties of, 234
Teeth. See Oral careTeething, 235Thyme, 129, 271, 274,
329Thyme-for-Rice Toner,
228
Stress remediesbaking soda, 37carrots, 64cayenne pepper, 89chamomile, 98, 103,
201cinnamon, 116–117citrus, 201cucumbers, 70eucalyptus oil, 82lavender, 174, 175milk, 356nuts, 203, 204vinegar, 322–323yogurt, 349–350, 353
Stretch marks, 83, 285Sugar, 164, 166Sugar and Spice Scrub,
124Summertime Clarifying
Mask, 328Sunburn remedies
avocados, 19baking soda, 34carrots, 63chamomile, 101cornstarch, 44eggs, 354Epsom salts, 126honey, 155lavender, 169lettuce, 70milk of magnesia, 136oatmeal, 217–218olive oil, 232salt, 290tea, 304vinegar, 315witch hazel, 332–333yogurt, 348
Sunflower oil, 215Sunflower seeds, 207,
214, 215
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buying, 333for health, 332–337name origin, 334
Wonderful Walnut Dip, 208
Wounds, 278, 342Wrinkle remedies
apples, 12bananas, 31brewer’s yeast, 45, 46castor oil, 81cayenne pepper, 92, 93chocolate, 165cranberries, 55echinacea, 182egg, 357grapes, 59honey, 162lemons, 192milk of magnesia, 137oatmeal, 221olive oil, 243onions, 256pickles, 299
YYarrow, 329Yeast infections, 112,
145–146, 218–219Yogurt, 346–354
for beauty, 227, 350–354
buying, 347caution, 350for health, 346–350
Wart removersbaking soda, 41carrots, 68castor oil, 78caution, 41garlic, 148, 245lemons, 191onions, 255vegetable shortening,
245vinegar, 325
Watermelon, 59Water retention, 50Weight-loss aids
apples, 8–9avocados, 18bananas, 29honey, 158hot-pepper sauce, 94lemons, 185peppermint, 110strawberries, 53–54vinegar, 317, 320
Well-Routed Toner, 256Wheat germ, 227, 229Windburn, 14, 80, 217,
232Wine, 249, 263, 310, 313Wintergreen oil, 234Winter-Weather Guard,
80Winter Wonder Cream,
349Witch hazel, 332–341
for beauty, 337–341
VVaccination pain, 305Vaginal lubricant, 22Vanilla extract, 122, 123,
211Variations on a Theme of
Beautiful, 193Varicose vein remedies
garlic, 146marigold salve, 181molasses, 164vinegar, 319witch hazel, 335
Vegetable oil, 244–245Vegetables. See specific
vegetablesVertigo, 175Vinegar, 314–331
for beauty, 177, 324–329, 331
buying, 318Four Thieves, 321, 322,
323for health, 314–323,
329–331homemade, 6–7
Vitamin E oil, 83, 237, 239
Vodka, 312
WWalnuts, 203–204, 207,
208–209Warming Winter Bath
Soak, 120
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