Poultices are effective for boils,
abscesses, chest infections and sprains.
Mix chopped herb or powdered seeds
with boiling water to make a pulp.
Place the pulp in a piece of cloth and apply
to the affected area while hot.
It should be replaced when cool.
A thin layer of calendula cream will protect
the skin and prevent the poultice from sticking.

A portion of herbs placed
in an equal amount of boiling water to steep.
Once herbs have been fully dampened,
strain the water and place herbs in gauze or cheesecloth
applied directly to the affected area.
This can be a little messy, so have a towel handy.
It works fairly well, especially
for rashes and other mild skin disorders.


To get the maximum benefit from herbal remedies,
the herbs must be properly prepared.
To help determine which herbs should
be used for the condition being treating,
see Herbal Home Remedies.

Women of childbearing age should always make sure
the herbs they are using are safe during pregnancy.
standard herbal preparations.


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Preparing Herbal Remedies

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