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There are actually books written on the subject of free home cure alls found in the kitchen. Needless to say, there are too many to make a justifiable list of any sort. However, the commonest ones can be easily identified and listed here as well.
Garlic is the most popular catch all cure for just about everything. It has anti septic and healing properties which can help to cure anything from a cold and cough to infections. Ginger is the best available cure for a sore throat and it is also known to promote healthy digestion.
Honey works excellently on sore throats as well as asthma. Holy basil is particularly useful in taking care of congestion as well as bringing down a fever. Turmeric powder is a natural anti septic which can be used to heal just about everything. It can be added to food as a spice as well as a flavoring to warm milk and consumed. It can also be topically applied on open cuts and wounds. Turmeric powder is one of the best healing agents found in the kitchen. Parsley is an excellent deodorizer. It works best to control bad breath as well as bad body odor.
Spices have therapeutic properties. Cardamom and cinnamon are excellent for a cold and congestion. Cloves can be used to cure sties in the eye. Fenugreek seeds as well as leaves are excellent to encourage hair growth and to maintain thick and shiny hair as well. Yogurt is a multi-faceted medicinal wonder. It is used to get rid of topical fungal infections, urinary tract infections, as well as to promote healthy digestion and good hair growth. Rose water, though not something available in every kitchen, is an excellent remedy for acne, hives and rashes. Olive oil is particularly useful to promote good hair growth as well as a healthy heart and digestive system.
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