Reflections on Herbs, Health And Nature — Home Remedies

It’s no surprise that many of the foods you know and eat everyday often have surprising healing properties.And while most of these foods work internally, some have similar, if not more powerful effect when applied directly to the skin.Perhaps one of the most unusual foods you can use topically is cabbage. Believe it or not, cabbage poultices are actually a common and effective home remedy.Cruciferous vegetables like cabbage and broccoli contain methionine, an essential amino acids required for growth and tissue repair. In fact, placing a piece of lightly blanched cabbage over your wounds fight infection and inflammation and reduces...