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Before the advent of modern medicine, HMOs and hospitals, humans were using natural remedies. Although they didn't know about the anti-bacterial properties of moldy bread, ancient Greeks used it on infected scrapes and cuts. Ancient Egyptians practiced a rudimentary form of brain surgery when they drilled holes into the heads of people who had severe head injuries. And today, we used many forms of natural herbs as remedies for many illnesses from cramps to colds. In fact, using natural remedies to replace over-the-counter drugs has become a billion dollar industry.

Although you should never stop taking a prescribed medication, you can help more common ailments along with good old-fashioned homemade remedies. In some cases if you're just fighting a flu or the cold, you may want to try one of these natural solutions instead of an over-the-counter medication.

Drug Replacement Recipes For Bruises and Scrapes

Gel Pack

Don't spend money on those expensive ice packs – make them at home for cheap!

Ingredients

3 parts water

1 part rubbing alcohol

Directions

Mix, then seal in a freezer bag, then encase in a second bag. Place in the freezer. The more alcohol you use, the softer the pack will be, making it gentler on injuries than an ice pack. Wrap loosely in a towel and apply to injuries.

More Drug Replacement Recipes For Bruises and Scrapes:

Petroleum Jelly

Chamomile Lip Balm

Aromatherapy Salve

Drug Replacement Recipes For Colds And Flu

Amish Sore Throat Remedy

Gargle a bit of this sweet syrup and you'll be singing in no time.

Ingredients

Light corn syrup

Small amount warm water

Directions

Mix the corn syrup and warm water, using just enough warm water to thin the corn syrup.

To Use: Have child or adult gargle with the mixture. It is very safe if a child swallows it.

More Drug Replacement Recipes For Colds And Flu:

Inhalation Therapy

Cold-Tamer Tea

Flu-Buster

Drug Replacement Recipes For Coughs

Cough Cure

This yummy tasting cough treatment has been in my family for years and it really works.

Ingredients

1 Tbs. lemon juice

1 Tbs. honey

Directions

Mix two ingredients into a cup. Make sure to heat for 45 seconds.

Serving Size

1

More Drug Recipes For Cough Cure:

Horehound Cough Syrup

Drug Replacement Recipes For Sleep Problems

Milk and Honey Sleep Remedy

Try this age old remedy if you are suffering a bout of insomnia. Its calming effects will have you sleeping like a baby in no time.

Ingredients

6 oz. milk

1 drop vanilla extract

1 tsp. honey

Directions

In a small saucepan heat the milk to warm, but not boiling. Remove from heat and pour into glass. Add vanilla and honey. Stir well and sip slowly before bed.

Note: For those who are lactose intolerant, follow the recipe exactly as above; simply replace the milk with a lactose free substitute.

More Drug Replacement Recipes For Sleep Problems:

Relaxing Herbal Bath

Bedtime Bath Mixture

Calming Bath Blend