Unit 9 Good Health
Expansion 9
1 It really works!
When people catch a cold,have a fever,
or a headache,
they usually go to the doctor for treatmemt
or they get some medicine
form the the drug store.
But many people also use home remedies
to cure common illnesses.
Lots of people drink hot chicken soup
when they have a cold.
It clears the head and the nose.
Some people rub oil on their chest for a cold.
It helps them breathe better.
Other people drink tea made of ginger
and brown sugar when they have a cold.
Ginger can help with a number of illnesses
like colds and fevers.
For a cold,sore throat,or headache,
you can also drink a cup of lemon juice
in hot water mixed with honey.
Chinese people often use ginseng.
It gives them more engery,
helps them feel better faster,
and reduces stress.
Some people also believe ginseng
can make people live a longer life.
Perhaps the most famous home remedy
for a sleepless night is a glass of warm milk.
Drinking a glassof warm milk
helps people relax before they go to bed.