cornstarch, marjoram and oregano

• Add a large handful of cornstarch to a tub of lukewarm water to bathe your children in it when they have chicken pox, measles, mumps and hives.
• Warm to slightly cool tea made of marjoram and oregano is good for bronchitis, childhood diseases such as measles and mumps, reduces fevers and relieves cramps: Bring 1 pint of water to a boil, remove from heat, add 1 level tsp each of marjoram and oregano, stir well, cover and let steep for about 30 min. Refrigerate after straining and warm amount needed when needed: 1 cup two to three times daily is suggested.