How to relieve a cold with mustard.

How to relieve a cold with mustard.



Who says that over the counter medications work better then grandmas' home made remedies. When I had a cold, my grandma would always put me to bed and "fix me with mustard."







Things You'll Need:





Cloves from a mustard plant. (commonly found in health food stores)




Vaseline.









1


Mash a couple tablespoons of mustard leaves into a thick pulp.





2


Cover chest with Vaseline.





3


Spread mustard pulp over the area where you spread the Vaseline.





4


Cover with towel. It is best to tuck in kids tight to prevent a big mess.








Tips & Warnings










To prevent adverse affect of the mustard plant, do not forget to use the Vaseline..



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