Steep 1-2 tsp. Strain out the water, and apply the hot flowers in a cloth for alleviation of the earache. For Hydromel, an eye lotion, simmer a cup of water and a tsp. of honey for 5 mins. Dip a cloth in the liquid and apply to the closed eye. Eat 10-12 almonds, the equivalent of two aspirins, for a migraine headache.
Almonds are far less likely to upset the stomach.
Mix 3 large spoonfuls of honey in boiled water and drink. Honey has natural pain-relieving powers. For varicose veins, take 2-3 tsp. of blackstrap molasses daily. This also treats all kinds of circulatory ailments. Lick a little salt with the tip of your tongue whenever you feel the urge to smoke.