Garlic

Garlic can be used on acne or infected spots due to its antiseptic properties. Simply rub the garlic clove on the infected area. Crushed garlic can be used to draw corns.

Onion

Onion can be used to relieve insect stings, nettle rash or hives. Take a fresh slice of onion and place it over the inflamed area.

Ginger

Ginger is useful for nausea and to prevent travel sickness. Chew a piece of crystallized ginger or drink fresh infused ginger herbal tea. This can also be useful during pregnancy.

Chamomile

Use an infusion of Chamomile flowers taken as herbal tea for shock and nervous upsets.

Peppermint

Use an infusion of peppermint leaves in a herbal tea for indigestion.

Aloe

The Aloe vera plant can be used to soothe minor burns, scalds and sunburn. Simply split a leaf open and apply the gel to the affected area.

Wild flowers

There are also many countryside plants and herbs having medicinal properties. These include :

• Daisies for bruises and sprains
• Yarrow for wounds and nosebleeds
• Lemon balm for insect bites
• Dock leaves for nettle stings