Learning activity 1

Evidence: Wiki “Home remedies”

For this evidence, you must describe home remedies to address common health problems.

Based on the following health problems table list, it is expected that you make your comments to
some of them.

Health Problems
an allergy the flu a burn a rash
an earache a stomachache a sore throat an injury
a toothache a backache chicken pox

Wiki Example
Health Problem: The flu

Hello Friends!

The home remedy to the flu is ginger. Prepare this infusion: pour a spoonful
of fresh ginger and add it to a cup of boiling water. Also, you should add
honey and a little lemon for a better taste. Drink it three times a day.
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Health Problem: stomachache

The home remedy to the stomachache is chamomile tea, pour an envelope of

chamomile tea in hot water and dissolve take drink tea before meals for two
days so relieve pain.

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Health Problem: a sore throat

The home remedy for a sore throat; put milk to boil, then add honey and take
this in aids for three days.
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Health Problem: an earache

The home remedy for an earache "Drops" this preparation is disinfectant,

anti-inflammatory and helps to calm the pain.
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons of virgin olive oil. 1 tablespoon of the mixture of
chamomile and thyme.
Preparation: Simmer the ingredients for 5 minutes. Let rest 5 and filter. Apply
3 drops to the ear 2 times a day you will see how the pain will calm you
down.
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Health Problem: a toothache

The home remedy for a toothache: you can put ice wrapped in gauze (never
put it directly on the skin) on the painful cheek, or apply cold compresses on
the area.
Mouth rinses with salt and warm water several times a day also relieve pain
(do not swallow, just rinse and discard the mixture) you'll feel better.
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Health Problem: a burn

The home remedy for a a burn: uses vinegar with astringent and antiseptic
properties, vinegar helps the treatment of minor burns and the prevention of
any type of infection. Dilute any type of vinegar with water, use the solution to
rinse the burned area. This works as an analgesic when covering the injured
area with a cloth soaked in the mixture. Change the gauze for a new one
every three hours.