Treatment of sickness in pioneer days

[Gene C]

Dr. Bennett, Professor of Midwifery, Hygiene, and Acclimatement at the Medical College of Lake Erie, was no more enthusiastic than many others when he stated that the tomato was one of the most powerful deobstruents of the materia medica, and in certain liver affections probably the Mose effective and least harmful agent known. It would prevent bilious attacks, serve as a remedy for dyspepsia, was successful in treating diarrhea, and would render one less liable to cholera.

And it's good in a sandwich or in a salad too!

And thanks for the recommendation on the book. I have been wondering whether or not to get a copy of Citizen of New Salem.
http://www.amazon.com/Citizen-New-Salem-...B00005VLTT