Tobacco

[Edward E. WaldenStudent]

From Doctrine and Covenants 89:8

“And again, tobacco is not for the body, neither for the belly, and is not good for man, but is an herb for bruises and all sick cattle, to be used with judgment and skill.”

So, does tobacco have any modern practical applications?

Maybe this belongs in the veterinary section.

[Dr. Patrick JonesHomestead Instructor]

I know a lot of old farmers that used to cure twisted stomachs in cows with a plug of tobacco.

When I was a kid at scout camp I had a buddy that brought some chewing tobacco. I told him to leave it alone. He should have listened. He didn’t know you were supposed to spit out the juice. He spent the rest of the evening vigorously emptying his gastrointestinal tract from both ends. Tobacco is a great wormer.

Doc

Don't use herbs or combine herbs with medications or use them during lactation or pregnancy without talking with your healthcare provider.

[Edward E. WaldenStudentTopic Author]

Doc Jones wrote: I know a lot of old farmers that used to cure twisted stomachs in cows with a plug of tobacco.

When I was a kid at scout camp I had a buddy that brought some chewing tobacco. I told him to leave it alone. He should have listened. He didn’t know you were supposed to spit out the juice. He spent the rest of the evening vigorously emptying his gastrointestinal tract from both ends. Tobacco is a great wormer.

Doc

Soooo…Unless I need to deworm someone…no. 😯

[IdahoHerbalist]

It does mention treating for bruises. I would use it as a poultice though. I would also try to grow my own so that I did not get all of the stuff they add to make it more addicting to smokers and chewers.

Maybe there are other, better herbs for bruising? Arnica?

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