Herbs and the Healing Arts
Gardener spare that weed! Join Mrs. Weaver and Mrs. Willyard in their series "Herbs and
the Healing Arts." Discover things growing in your garden and lawn which have been used over
the centuries as cures. And you thought they were just weeds! Who needs those over-the-
counter remedies. Try some out of the garden instead!
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Onion Poultice
Onions have more uses than you know. This 16th century herbal burn remedy was discovered by Dutch physician Ambrose Pare. Mrs. Willyard and Mrs. Weaver give some first aid to an injured neighbor. They also share with you a simple cure you probably never knew.
This video demonstration is for 19...
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Horehound Syrup - Traditional Healing Recipe
Sickness was a constant companion in early 19th century Indiana. To relieve suffering, most families relied upon herbal knowledge passed down through the generations. Horehound, plantain, anise and honey made a soothing syrup.
This video demonstration is for 19th century historical purposes an...
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Elderberry Elixir
In early 19th century Indiana, doctors were scarce. When sickness came, most families relied upon the herbal knowledge that had been passed down through the generations. Elderberries, honey and alcohol make up this elixir.
This video demonstration is for 19th century historical purposes and ...
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Horehound Lozenges
Respiratory ailments are raging again in the Ohio Valley. Never fear! Mrs. Weaver and Mrs. Willyard are coming to the rescue. This episode of “Herbs and the Healing Arts” contains a mystery. One of our Dynamic Herbal Duo is missing! Can this lozenge rescue not only our neighbors, but her?
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