Lemon
Lemon (Citrus limon) has been known about and used since the eleventh century. All parts of the fruit can be used in a number of ways. The pectin is used in the treatment of intestinal disorders, as an antihemorrhagic, and as a blood plasma extender. The rind can be steeped in vinegar and used to remove warts and corns. The juice is drunk for colds, headache, rheumatism, asthma, sore throats, coughs, pneumonia, and for a general tonic. The juice is also used to lighten the colour of the hair, bleaches out stains in fabrics, and is good against sunburn. For a sore throat or an asthma attack use an 8ounce glass. Squeee the juice of one whole lemon into it add two tablespoons of honey and one ounce of whiskey. Fill the remaining space with boiling water; allow to cool a bit then sip it until all is consumed. The juice of the lemon is also used in birth control by douching with the juice right after intercourse. The peel can also be used against acne by squeezing out the volitile oil from the skin of the lemon and applying this to the affected parts. Lemons are rich in vitamin C and potassium. Dried lemon peel can be made into a powder and is a good clotting agent for wounds.
