"W. Baker" > wrote:
> Nick Cramer > wrote:
> : I came across this as an ingredient in an Indian recipe. Has anyone had
> : any experience with it?

> I have no experience with it, but I do remember that in the old days
> (19th Century) people wused ot wear it around the neck to ward off
> diseases. I guess its horrid smell was believed to keep the illness at
> bay.

19th Century? Baby sister, you're not THAT old! ;-D

Also reputed to attract wolves! (relax girls - the four legged variety)

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