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To reduce fever, a tea made from Soursop leaves can be
taken internally. Leaves added to bathing water has
the same effect. The crushed fresh leaves
can be applied on skin eruptions to promote healing. A
poultice of young Soursop leaves is applied on the
skin to alleviate rheumatism and other skin infections
like eczema. The tea has also been used as a wet
compress on swollen feet and other inflammations. The
juice of the fruit can be taken orally as a remedy for urethritis,
haematuria and liver ailments.
Other uses: A thick tea can be used to kill bedbugs and
head lice. Mixing pulverizing Soursop seeds with soap &
water is an effective spray against caterpillars,
armyworms and leafhoppers on plants.
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