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20 The Independent, Canadian Statesman Weekender, Bowmanville, Saturday, October 2,1993 Responsibility for Our Own Health Care is a Must On September 21, enthusiasm, rapt attention and many questions were the watchword in an address given by Dr. John Hawrylak at Crystal Crystal Pages, the book store in Orono. Dr. John opened with reference to a recent article in the Toronto Star entitled "Canada Eyeing Oregon Health Plan." Accordingly, 'By the end of this month, the OMA will have a $20 million list of treatments that should no longer be covered by OHIP.', as we strive in this province to deal with a medical health care delivery delivery system which we can ill afford. Ergo, we would be well advised to re-learn some of the many grandmotherly grandmotherly (and grandfatherly) treatments treatments which were practised in days of yore, in addition to 'new-to-this- country' b.ut 'ancient-as-the-hills' therapies from others. Mention was made of Chinese methods of treatment treatment in existence for 5000 years which we still, in Canada, look at askance. Homeopathy, practised in Germany Germany and India for over 200 years was a highlight of the lecture as we learned simple remedies, including improved nutrition, for the treatment of ear ache, sore throats," coughs and the common cold. Here are some natural old- fashioned remedies you might wish to try: 1 - A natural antibiotic to use for sore throat - In a mason jar, place 1" of honey and 3 garlic cloves. Mix. 3 days later, repeat. Repeat above until jar is full. Dosage - leave garlic in jar. Take 1 tsp. and let honey drip down back of throat. Repeat. Garlic is a natural antiseptic. 2. Throat Gargle - Place 2 tsp. of apple cider vinegar in a glass of cold water. Gargle 30 seconds every 2 hours or more frequently. 3. Mustard Plaster for use any time there is congestion in the chest. Poultice 6 by 6 inches. Adult: 1 tsp. dry mustard, 3-4 tsp. flour, 1 tsp. oil. (for children use 6-8 tsp. flour). Lay cloth, which can be folded over, on bread board: Mix 3 ingredients, ingredients, adding tepid water until mixture mixture is consistency of paste. Spread mixture on cloth 1/2 inch thick. Fold cloth to make poultice. Place petroleum petroleum jelly on chest. Apply poultice. Cover lightly with towel. Remove poultice when skin becomes red, usually usually about 10 minutes. Wash skin with warm water and soap and apply petroleum jelly to prevent further irritation. irritation. Note length of treatment and effect. Each person attending the lecture received a binder including homeopathic homeopathic remedies and dietary suggestions. suggestions. For instance, diets that are high in dairy products or refined sugars should be avoided in cases of recurrent recurrent ear infections. The importance of vitamins and minerals both in times of illness and for maintenance of health was also mentioned. Homeopathic remedies, made from plant, mineral and the animal kingdom act rapidly, stimulating the body's defenses, rather than simply suppressing symptoms. Dr. Hawrylak, who is an exciting and charismatic speaker can be reached at 623-4004. Future lectures at Crystal Pages, on the subject of managing our own wellness are as follows: Tuesday October 5 - Headaches Headaches (migraine, sinus and tension), Yeast Infections, Hyperactivity and learning disabilities. Tuesday, October October 12 Arthritis, Skin Conditions. All lectures arc at 7:30 p.m. $8.00 admission. admission. Refreshments served. For further further information please call 983-9475 or 983-6150. These remedies are found in many naturopathic or homeopathic homeopathic publications. I utm I \ Naturally Yours® Carpets by Crossley. Now, more ^-r-rrc 1 \ than ever, your best investment thanks to Crossley's Vfp ' | $5.00 sq.yd. Manufacturer's Rebate. Buy into afford- _ .p IXJ/-UVA- r>r: V/\RD V a bk woven carpets with both the rich, natural charac- JrOlN CQIIAd, -q \ ter of wool and the unmatched performance benefits 4)5 TRER S ^ tetaWet- ' of today's Monsanto Acrilan® Plus fibre. Choose from , axtUFAC * you* Ct °^y)93 \La wide variety of decorator colours in four popular fvlAl- tVxVs x ' . patterns. And,rest assured that your investment is t fctOaO* secure with Crossley's Lifetime Wear Warranty. """ CR9SSLEY WEAMMET C A * F ■ T Weaving art with innovation The Name You Can Trust In Broadloom BLOCK Dodd & Souter Broadloom 104 Byron St. S., Whitby • 668-2179