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NASTURTIUM (or Indian Cress).
This closely resembles the various cress plants, and makes an excellent addition to salads. It is easily grown in town and suburban gardens. The leaves are always clean and the washing required is but slight. The flowers also are good to use in salads.
The juice can be extracted from nasturtium leaves by passing them through the Dana Food Flaker and then pouring boiling water upon them to make an infusion.
NETTLES.
The common stinging nettle of the hedgerow possesses excellent medicinal virtues in many ailments, and is considered to be especially good for nettlerash. The young tops are used as a delicious vegetable in the springtime and resemble spinach. Nettle tea is one of the oldest beverages and has been in common use for centuries.
Nettle Tea.
Procure a quantity of nettle leaves or tops, or if they are not in season, the dried herb can be used instead. Place a handful of the leaves or tops in a warmed teapot, and pour a pint of boiling water over them. Allow to stand until drawn, and then drink while hot, or the tea can be allowed to cool and a wineglassful can be taken three times a day.