Continuing our collection of reminiscences about ‘vintage’ over the counter and traditional remedies from the project ‘Patience’
D is for..
devils claw
brew it overnight, it’s a herbal remedy, used to relieve ‘arthritis, lower back, knee and hip pain. It is also used to treat a number of ailments including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, bursitis, tendonitis, loss of appetite and digestive disorders.’
Dr Somebodies kidney pills
Made your urine bright green….
Doses…..
illustration © Lois Blackburn 2009 www.loisblackburn.co.uk
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