• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Pure Kitchen
  • Recipes
  • Nutrition MINI Course
  • Coaching
  • MASTERCLASS
  • Shop
    • Shop Kitchen
    • Shop Wellness
    • e-books
  • About
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • Nutrition MINI Course
  • Coaching
  • MASTERCLASS
  • Shop
    • Shop Kitchen
    • Shop Wellness
    • e-books
  • About
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Food Remedies :: Witchcraft?

    Food Remedies :: Witchcraft?

    My mom recently gave me this cool little article/paper/list thing. I still have no idea where she got it from, but it's filled with these cool facts (ideas?) about healing properties of specific foods, herbs and spices. It's been really fun to read and rewrite. 

    The introductory sentence is as follows: "One of the things I love about kitchen witchcraft in general is it employs many of your day to day household products in unusual ways, making magic out of the ordinary." WELL SAID. 

    APPLES: in brandy for coughs (mix pureed apples with brandy and use as cough syrup), digestive disorders. 
    BASIL: stops excessive vomiting, good for poultices for insect bites.
    BAY LEAVES: expels gas from intestines and bowels, eliminates cramps.
    CARAWAY: useful for colic in infants boiled in milk or water, good for digestion, poultice for bruises.
    CARROTS: liver, kidneys and expelling worms, poultices for boils and ulcers (external) - eaten raw, made into tea or juiced raw.
    CAULIFLOWER: reduces blood pressure.
    CELERY: nervine, neuralgia headaches and rheumatic disorders.
    CHAMMOMILE FLOWERS - teething babies, colic and upset stomach.
    CLOVER BLOSSOMS: blood cleansing, quieting to the nerves, bronchial problems, whopping cough and cancer.
    COCONUT: laxative, colon cleanser.
    CRANBERRIES: fevers, kidney disorders, gas.
    DANDELION ROOT: liver problems.
    DATES: stimulates nerves, laxative, improves circulation.
    EGGS: builds muscle and bones.
    ELDERBERRIES: sore throats, colds and cough.
    FIGS: blood circulation, nourishing, laxative, syrups of figs for coughs and sour throats.
    GARLIC: sore throats, high blood pressure, colon cleanser.
    GINGER: sore throat, sugared for nausea.
    GRAPEFRUIT: weight loss, fevers, eliminate mucous.
    GRAPES: blood builder, upset stomach, fevers and rheumatic disorders, eliminates mucous from body - eat grapes whole or drink juice.
    HONEY: take by tablespoon for asthma, digestion, sore throats, coughs, intestinal mucous, laxative.
    HORSE RADISH: (eat - not for tea) nerve stimulant.
    JUNIPER BERRIES: urine stimulator.
    LEMONS: aids in nausea, blood purifier, rheumatic disorders, laxative, weight loss.
    LETTUCE: insomnia, restlessness, upset stomach.
    MARJORAM: coughs, sour stomach, spleen problems, insect and snake bites, dropsy, jaundice, toothache, headache, indigestion.
    OLIVE OIL: skin, anemia, weight gain.
    ONIONS: mucous, coughs and colds, nervousness and sleeplessness.
    ORANGES: upset stomach, fever.
    PARSLEY: difficult urination, dropsy, jaundice, fevers, obstruction of liver and spleen, expels gallstones, poultice applied to breast will dry up milk.
    PEACHES: blood purifying.
    PEARS: laxative.
    PINEAPPLES: weight reducer, sore throat, upset stomach.
    PLUMS: liver, laxative.
    PRUNES: laxative, mucous eliminator.
    RED RASPBERRY TEA: laxative, removes cankers from mucous membranes, stops diarrhea in infants, allays nausea, helps prevent miscarriage, reduces labor pains.
    RHUBARB: (fruit only) laxative and blood cleanser.
    RICE: (brown) slows diarrhea, weight gain.
    ROSEMARY: for colds, nervousness, headaches, mouth wash.
    SAGE: stomach problems, gargle for sore throat, expel worms, stops bleeding gums, good for liver and kidneys, removes dandruff (rinse hair in sage tea), will dry up milk in mothers if you drink cold.
    SAUERKRAUT: indigestion, weight loss, reduces high blood pressure.
    SPINACH: blood cleanser, reduces swelling of piles.
    STRAWBERRIES: diuretic, fever reducer.
    THYME: suppresses menstruation, fevers, good for nightmares, reliable nervine, asthma. with equal parts of sage and rosemary will break the fever of a flu.
    TOMATOES: liver remedy.
    TURNIPS: stimulant, blood cleanser.
    WATERCRESS: rashes, anemia, blood cleanser.
    WINTERGREEN: kidneys, stomach upsets, headache, rheumatism, colic in the bowels, gargle for sore throat, also good for poultices for inflamed area and boils. the tea can be used as a douche for vaginal discharges.

    FRUIT MEDICINES
    Astringents: (contracts tissues) blackberries, cherries, cranberries, pomegranates, pears and raspberies.
    Diuretics: (urine stimulant) black currants, grapes, melon seeds, and melons, peaches and prickly pears, strawberries.
    Refrigerants: (cooling) gooseberries, currants, pumpkins, melons.
    Stomach relaxers: apples, lemons and lime.
    Pomegranates: in Decoction, repel tapeworm.
    Figs: poultice for boils (split open and apply directly).

    DISCLAIMER: if you are on any pharmaceutical medications or have a serious medical condition, are pregnant or nursing, consult your health care provider before ingesting anything that you do not normally ingest, including herbs and over the counter medications. When you choose to self medicate, "you" are responsible for hat you put in your body. If you show any symptom after ingesting an herb or any other substance that you do not normally ingest, stop taking the herb immediately. The symptom may or may not have something to do with the herb but you can alway try again later, after the symptom has disappeared, to test if ti twas the herb. (process of elimination). 

     

     

    « Your Child's Pantry Basics :: Part 3
    {RAW} Cheezecake :: Kimberlie's Kitchen »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jay B.

      February 23, 2010 at 9:10 am

      Wonderful post... Very informational and educational as usual!

      Acai Berry Pure

      Reply
    2. Zoodaycax

      July 29, 2010 at 5:38 pm

      hi everybody

      just signed up and wanted to say hello while I read through the posts

      hopefully this is just what im looking for looks like i have a lot to read.

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome to my 20-year plant-based journey.

    After healing my own auto-immune disease and starting an International food company, I have since made it my goal is to help as many people as I can switch to a more plant-based diet and to make healthier food choices. Certified in plant-based nutrition.

    Join me on this journey; I'm here to serve and help.

    I trust the science that backs it. More about me →

    Shop Kitchen Essentials

    SHOP NOW

    Popular Recipes

    • Superfood Brownies with Sweet Potato and Chocho
    • Air Fryer "Chicken" Flautas [vegan]
    • 3 Ingredient Savory Crepes - GF
    • Cooking The Perfect Quinoa

    Footer


    I got out of my everyday environment. And into a n
    I got out of my everyday environment. And into a new one. Felt so good! Bye 👋🏼 Shell Beach. Thanks for having me. 
-
-
-
-
-
-
#beachlife #winery #foodie #plantbased #manifestation #abundance #selflove #gratitide

    Loved my interview with @lilmixins founder Meenal
    Loved my interview with @lilmixins founder Meenal Lele! she knows her stuff and she’s an awesome person. Her book is a must read for all parents out there! Join us (link in bio to my YouTube channel) as we discuss how to prevent food allergies in babies. And how the mothers gut biome plays a huge role. 💕
#foodallergy #foodallergymom #prevent #allergies #skinhealth #babyrash #eczema #psoriasis #healing #vegan  #plantbased #epigenetics #cleanliving #healthygut #babybiome #gutbiome #pregnancyhealth #healthygut #gutbiome

    Duuuude I can’t get enough of these tahini choco
    Duuuude I can’t get enough of these tahini chocolate chip cookies. They have almost 8 G protein each cookie! 🤯😱 and are free of gluten, dairy, soy, egg, corn, refined sugar, and they are mad with only 5 clean ingredients. Literally GUILT FREE as well. They are great for my autoimmune diet protocol as well. Win win if you ask me. Recipe coming soon. Secret ingredient 🤫 @mikunafoods 
—
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
#cookierecipe #vegancookies #eggfree #dairyfree #foodie #foodie #foodreview #foodreviews #foodreviewer #food #foodmag #foodscene #foodies
#foodauthroity #foodanddrink #cooking #recipe #cook #plantbased #plantbasedfood
#plantbasedrecipe #chef #vegans #veganrecipe

    🌧 I love rainy days! I made brownies today. The
    🌧 I love rainy days! I made brownies today. They are delicious. Recipe coming to the blog soon. These are made with sweet potatoes and protein powered. Low calorie. High protein. Gluten free. Vegan. Delicious! 
For more delicious recipes and cooking ideas follow @purekitchenblog  and click the link in my bio for free plant based recipe ebooks. 
#brownie #foodreview #foodreviewer #foodmag #foodscene #foodies
#foodauthroity #cooking #recipe #plantbased #plantbasedfood
#plantbasedrecipe #chef #vegan #vegans #veganrecipe

    🙋🏼‍♀️ Huge Chris Stapleton fan here. A
    🙋🏼‍♀️ Huge Chris Stapleton fan here. And passion fruit lover. They are in season and growing all over the place here. ⬇️
Passion fruit water is yet another youth serum. As passion fruit is full of vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and folate. These help your kidneys, nerves, muscles, and heart rhythm in big ways.
Your body uses Vitamins C to make blood vessels, cartilage, muscles, and collagen, which keeps skin looking young. It also helps your body heal, lowers inflammation, and protects your cells from damage. When you get enough vitamin C, it lowers your chances of getting colds and certain types of cancers. Vit A is great for eyes, immunity, and cells.
Note: did you know Passion Fruit is actually a berry? The biggest berry you’ll find. 
Follow @purekitchenblog for more recipes, health tips, inspiration and more. 
#foodie #foodreview #foodreviews #foodreviewer #foodmag
#foodauthroity #foodanddrink #recipe #plantbased #plantbasedfood
#plantbasedrecipe #vegan #vegans #veganrecipe

    My favorite breakfast is from @loftycoffeeco and
    My favorite breakfast is from  @loftycoffeeco and it is an Aztec Mocha (spicy & vegan) with plant-based sausage, tomato & avocado! What’s your favorite breakfast?
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
#foodreview #foodie #vegan

    Easy peasy protein shake using @mikunafoods innova
    Easy peasy protein shake using @mikunafoods innovative protein powder. Its unique in that it’s soy and pea free. It uses “Chocho” which is a complete (plant based) protein with 9g per serving. 
This recipe is quick and healthy. 
1/2-1 whole ripe banana 
1/3 c protein powder
1 1/2 c water 
2 Tbsp raw cashews 
1 Tbsp agave or maple syrup 
Pinch of ginger powder, cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg or pumpkin spice blend 
Add ice if you want it cold. Otherwise blend well and enjoy. 
#plantprotein #foodie #foodauthority #smoothierecipe #veganprotein #vegan #chef #plantbasedrecipe #foodanddrink #recipe #cook #foodmag #proteinshake

    If you’re not ready for change, you’re not rea
    If you’re not ready for change, you’re not ready for change. And that’s perfectly ok. 
Making healthy choices isn’t hard work. You “have time” to choose an apple over a bag of chips. Let’s be real here; you just DON’T WANT TO.  And that alone is totally ok!!
Let’s not shame others choices or pressure another to change. If somebody is not happy where they’re at, or they are sick, or in pain, only then will they start examining their current routines and habits. Anger is a great catalysts for change. It often pushes people out if their comfort zones and into action. 
I often hear “I don’t have time to be healthy”. But what that really means is I don’t want to change or I’m afraid of change. And I’m not ready. Change is what they’re nervous about - not the amount of time it takes to chop up vegetables. 
Be kind to yourself…but be honest. 
Notice what you say you desire (weightloss or more energy) and then really examine your habits. Do you make the choices a “thin” person makes? Do you make the choices a rested high energy person needs to make? This might seem obvious but it’s actually not…so often we overlook this gap. We don’t see it and then we get mad at ourselves. Punish ourselves for “failing” over and over again. 
Once you start paying attention to your actions and habits and line them up with your goals - that’s when the magic happens. 
Yay or nay?
#healthyhabits #weightloss #plantbasednutrition


    More

    Shop

    Work with Juli

    About Juli

    The Facebook Community

    Contact

    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Facebook
    • Mail

    Copyright © 2022 Pure Kitchen Blog

    Terms & Disclaimers