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Another remedy, equally good, is to a tea-cupful of honey, add half the quantity
of mutton tallow, and stew together till well mixed; pour it out in a cup, and
keep stirring till cold.
For chapped hands, mix together equal quantities of rich cream and strong
vinegar, and rub it over every time you wash your hands.
Bathing.
Almost every family, even if their circumstances be moderate, can have a shower
bath; they may save the expense, by improved health and strength; one bucket
full of cold water is sufficient. You should wear on the head an oil-cloth cap.
For a person in strong health, the bath may be taken on first rising in the
morning; but for one disposed to be delicate, two or three hours after breakfast
is the most proper time. To produce warmth, rub the person with a crash towel,
or horse hair glove. You should be careful to take some exercise after the bath,
or you will be more liable to take cold. Never take a bath soon after a meal, as
that is injurious. Persons subject to colds, sore throat, rheumatism, sick
head-ache, nervous disease, or general debility, have been greatly benefitted by
the daily use of the shower bath. Children that are oppressed with heat are much
refreshed, and will rest well after a bath; the water should be moderated for
them. Infants should be bathed every morning in a tub of water about milk warm,
and may be very early accustomed to its use; they will become fond of it, and
are less liable to take cold from exposure to the air. They generally take a
refreshing nap after coming out of the bath. They should not be allowed to
remain in more than five or ten minutes; should be well wiped
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