According to Pomegranates: Ancient Roots to Modern Medicine, Ancient Egyptian papyri listed pomegranate as a way to cure “snakes of the digestive system.” These “snakes” were what modern physicians would refer to as worms. Modern medical studies also revealed that the ancient Egyptians were absolutely right to treat worms with the fruit. Modern scientists confirmed that the high tannin content in pomegranate can actually paralyze worms. Using the fruit to treat worms remained a very common medical practice for quite some time.
Benefits of Mint
Even today, many doctors will tell you that mint can be used to help ease gastric pains. While some people are still just now realizing the benefits of mint, the Ebers Papyrus reveals that ancient Egyptians had been utilizing the herb for centuries as a way to treat gastric ailments.
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Benefits of Mint