Formerly, a specially prepared syrup made from cherries together with the stones, which contain hydrocyanic acid, served as a diuretic for dropsy and as a refreshing drink. The fruits and their stones were crushed together, the pulp was squeezed out, and sixty-five parts of sugar were added to thirty-five parts of juice. Cherry stones were also once used for people who suffered from kidney stones, six to be taken daily. Even cherry stalks, especially those of red and sour cherries, were used for medicinal purposes; a tea was made from them to treat infections of the respiratory tract and to increase the flow of urine.
In former times, dried cherries were a remedy for chlorosis and anaemia. And even today, prunes, soaked and eaten before going to bed and before breakfast, are still used for sluggish bowels.
Continuing this simple treatment over a period of time will help even in stubborn cases of constipation.
Fully ripe and uncontaminated apricots and peaches are a wholesome addition to our food. They are relatively rich in vitamin C, contain some vitamins B3 and B2, a substantial amount of carotene and also pantothenic acid, which helps to prevent the hair turning
In former times, dried cherries were a remedy for chlorosis and anaemia. And even today, prunes, soaked and eaten before going to bed and before breakfast, are still used for sluggish bowels.
Continuing this simple treatment over a period of time will help even in stubborn cases of constipation.
Fully ripe and uncontaminated apricots and peaches are a wholesome addition to our food. They are relatively rich in vitamin C, contain some vitamins B3 and B2, a substantial amount of carotene and also pantothenic acid, which helps to prevent the hair turning
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