Thursday, November 15, 2018

Carrot Compress Good for Insect Bites And Stings

A carrot compress can help reduce inflammation and dry out insect bites and stings to take out the itch. Finely grate a carrot and wrap the pulp in a thin paper towel or cheesecloth. Place on swelling for 20 minutes, store in the refrigerator and repeat 4 times in a day.

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Friday, January 27, 2017

HOME REMEDIES FOR KNEE ACHES

Ageing inevitable results in more aches and pains. Knee pain is the most common complaint that doctors and physical therapists hear. The knee is vulnerable due to its high wear and tear factor. Get you pain assessed to get proper treatment.-
always get help for moderate to severe knee pain, as it could require physical therapy or even surgery.Home treatment for knee pain should only be used for mild to moderate pains- caused due to sprains, arthritis or inflammation.
Remember the mnemonic RICE- if you've twisted your leg, fallen or strained your knee-
R- rest- stay off your feet
I-ice- cold compress the injured area
C-compress-wrap a compression bandage around your knee
E-elevate-lie on a bed or use a foot stool to keep your leg elevated.

Treat pain due to arthritis- the lubrication and padding around the knee joints deteriorate with aging, meaning that the joints come into contact with each other and become inflamed. This is known as osteoarthritis.


In more severe cases, doctors usually recommend replacement artificial cartilage. However, mild to moderate pain can be treated with dietary supplements or alternative therapies.


Willow bark- the salicin in willow bark acts the same way as aspirin. It is used to treat fever, inflammation, headaches, muscle pain, spinal diseases, arthritis and osteoarthritis.


Ginger extract- you cna drink ginger extract as a tea, eat it as a dried spice or take prepackaged supplements. The anti-inflammatory properties of ginger can greatly reduce knww pain when taken together with arthritis medication.


Herbal ointment- a salve made from cinnamon, ginger, mastic, and sesame oil is just as effective as over the counter medicine. Traditional arthritis medicines contain salicylate, which is used topically to relieve pain.


Heat and cold therapy- invest in a heating pad, gel-style cold pack or cool compress if you've chronic pain. These can easily be found at a drug store or ordered online. Heat prevents stiff joints, while cold reduces pain and swelling.


Tai-chi- the mental aspect of practising tai chi promotes coping mechanisms for chronic pain, and the physical exercise helps reduce pain and increases your range of motion.


Exercise and weight management- do your utmost to keep off unnecessary weight to lessen the impact on your knee joints, and take up swimming or walking to ensure that you move them sufficiently to prevent them from stiffening up.


Note that some dietary supplements and alternative therapies can intefere with any prescribed medication you might be taking. Always see your doctor to find the cause of any pain.


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Sunday, October 23, 2016

RICE SOOTHES MUSCLES AND MAKE YOUR SKIN GLOW

1. Soothes muscles
Use rice to ease your muscle strain and discomfort. Simply fill a clean sock with rice, being careful to leave enough room for the rice to move around and contort to your body shape. Tie the end of the sock with a string and microwave it for 1 minute, for an efficient compress.


 2.Make your skin glow- Put the left over water that you've used to boil your rice to good use-let the water cool, then place it in the fridge & use this water to clean your skin. Brown rice gives the best results because it is rich in Vitamin E.



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Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Treat a sprainkle ankle

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 Elevate the injured joint and wrap in cloths wrung out in cold water. The picture shows how to keep the cloths constantly wet without having to change them. A jug of water is placed higher than the injured limb, and a strip of linen with one end in the jug and the other end resting upon the wrapping of the sprained joint, is all that is necessary. The water will pass from the jug to the compress by way of the linen strip.

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Saturday, July 05, 2014

Home Remedies for Treating Varicose Veins

According to a number of studies, about 25 percent of all women and 10 percent of men are affected by varicose veins. Varicose veins are dilated and 'puffed up' veins that are usually in the legs that can be painful and have an unpleasant appearance. But don't stop reading here, because there are a number of at-home remedies for treating varicose veins that could help you or someone you know with the condition avoid expensive and painful surgical procedures.
Varicose veins are usually genetic, so if someone in your family has had them, there is a greater chance that you will too. They are caused when the valves in the veins that push blood throughout your circulatory system weaken and become 'flappy', causing fluid to accumulate in the veins. The common signs for the development of varicose veins are tenderness around the area of an enlarged vein, swelling of the legs, a tightening or itching sensation in the legs and a feeling of heaviness in the legs.
varicose veins
Although varicose veins are usually benign, meaning that they do not put your health at risk, their puffed up appearance is startling or discomforting for some, and therefore many doctors recommend cosmetic surgery to remove them. Yet these surgeries can be expensive and keep you off your feet, so it's best to try out some of these simple and completely natural remedies first.
1. Keep Your Feet Up
Just like on any long flight or an extended period sitting down, the blood rushes to your legs and causes them to feel heavy. The feeling with varicose veins is similar, and those that have the condition may experience swelling if they spend the day seated or on their feet. To remedy this uncomfortable feeling, it is best to recline with your legs elevated for anywhere up to an hour. This allows the blood to flow away from the legs and ankles and back towards the heart to decrease swelling and the feeling of heaviness.
varicose veins
2. Ice Your Veins
Applying ice or a cold pack to your varicose veins can help minimize their appearance and reduce the swelling around the vein. This is because the application of cold restricts the blood-flow to the area of application, making the appearance of the swollen veins less apparent. It is also recommended to take a cold or lukewarm bath every so often to keep your blood-flow healthy and your veins and vessels working hard.
 
3. Exercise
Regularly performing cardiovascular exercise, either running, walking at a fast-pace, biking or swimming, keeps your blood flowing as it should and prevents the pooling of liquids in your veins. It is recommended to perform at least 15 minutes of cardiovascular exercise everyday (with approval from your doctor), and not just to stay fit. It has been shown that regular exercise can reduce the severity and appearance of varicose veins.
4. Flex Your Feet
Even if you aren't able to get in a full cardiovascular workout, doing a few leg raises or ankle circles will help keep your varicose veins in check. When you contract the muscles in your feet, the blood is forced upward out of your legs and towards the heart. By pointing and flexing your feet a few times, circling your ankles, or doing heel slips where you slide your heels back and forth can keep your circulation in check and blood out of your varicose veins.
5. Try A Compression Stockingcompression
There are special compression socks and stockings that can be purchased at most pharmacies that will help improve circulation in your legs. As explained above, when pressure is applied to the lower legs, the blood is pushed up towards the heart and wont pool in your veins. You can get weaker compression stockings, 20mm Hg, or stronger ones at 60 mm Hg (the stronger versions usually require a prescription from a doctor). They come in a variety of colors and shapes for different parts of the leg and are usually comfortable enough (in the weak and mild versions) for everyday use.
 
If you or someone you know has varicose veins, you should consult your doctor to determine if you have a higher chance to experience clotting. These natural remedies will help mediate many of the effects of varicose veins, but there is no guarantee that they will completely disappear. There is no harm in trying!


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