Toxins in the system, which stem from infectious disease, must be eliminated or they will lead to future ill health. A case of mumps that has been neglected or not fully cured can lead to pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) in later life. An inflammation of the middle ear may be a result of suppressed [...]

Nasal catarrh or a cold, accompanied by a pus-like sticky discharge, may be cured in its acute stage by sipping a glass of hot water to which have been added five drops of iodine tincture. A person allergic to iodine, especially in cases of exophthalmic goitre, may obtain the same quick result by using five [...]

As a control centre of paramount importance, the pituitary should receive extra care and attention. Because of its important functions, it is well protected in an inaccessible bony hollow at the base of the skull. The only way to care for it is by looking after one’s general health. Thus, it is worthwhile supplying the [...]

This is another frequent but usually harmless childhood disease. The commonest site of trouble is in the parotid glands, but in the case of boys, the testicles and epididymis may also be affected. Serious complications can ensue when the disease is contracted by an adult male and the essential tissue of the testicles is destroyed, [...]

Therefore, additions like pine essence or cubes containing the green iridescent colouring Natrium fluorescentum should be avoided. The same warning applies to acrid herbs like celandine and cranesbill which, although of great benefit for eczematous skin troubles and rashes, if used at all, should be added in only the smallest quantities. Babies have very sensitive [...]