Buttermilk Lore and Legends
Irish folklore claims a glass of buttermilk will cure a hangover, and when heated with a clove of garlic, it was sure to cure any variety of ailments.According to American folklore, drinking buttermilk will immunize one against poison oak and ivy.
Many pioneer women used buttermilk as a facial wash, believing the flecks of butter resulted in a smooth and creamy complexion.
More about Buttermilk and Buttermilk Recipes:
• What is buttermilk? Does it contain butter? FAQ• Buttermilk Cooking Tips and Hints
• Buttermilk Storage
• Buttermilk Substitutions, Measures, and Equivalents
• Buttermilk History
• Buttermilk Lore and Legends
• Buttermilk Health Benefits
• Buttermilk Recipes
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