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this is a perfectly-well documented old-wives remedy for things like colds and flu, but could work for other things when toxicity and inflammation is involved. I have tried it myself, but only once, so didn't notice anything. But I Don't doubt it's usefulness.

jewsnews.co.il/2015/04/03/t...

Silly comments about smelly feet will be ignored! I've heard them all before. :)

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Pink_Bear

Well I find that really interesting GG - thanks for posting. What has really got me thinking is looking at the map of the foot - I have a lump on my right foot in the area marked as Thyroid. Mmm...

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greygoose in reply toPink_Bear

Well, if you do try it, PB, do let us know how you get on. I'd be really interested to hear. :)

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Gingernut44 in reply toPink_Bear

Me too Pink Bear, also swelling in the intestinal area - I put this down to plantar fasciitis I've been suffering from for the last 9 weeks. Don't think I'll be trying the onion trick any time soon, I don't want a divorce just yet :-)

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asmile4u

I have not tried onions and garlic, but I do get my meridians worked on when I go to the massage therapist every month. Without me saying anything, they can tell where I am experiencing pain in my body by my feet.

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greygoose in reply toasmile4u

Nice! Wish I had one of those round here.

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Reykua

Thanks greygoose,

Definitely going to give this a go and report back.

Just need to get some Organic Onions!

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greygoose in reply toReykua

:D

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Noelnoel

Just wondering about the onion post but can’t open the link you left. Did anyone ever report back regarding its efficacy?

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sbadd

I cant open link either

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greygoose

sbadd and Noelnoel , this post is five years old! The article probably doesn't exist anymore! But, I found this, if you're interested:

healthline.com/health/cold-...

But, no, no-one ever reported back. lol

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Noelnoel in reply togreygoose

I know you get inundated with messages but it would be impolite not to that you. So, thank you

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