18 Smart Ways of Getting Rid of Warts

Warts are the result of viral infections caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Today we are aware of about 100 different types of warts in various forms that attack different areas of the body. Although warts usually result in discomfort and aren’t very aesthetic, there are cases where HPV can cause cancer. A wart can disappear untreated after a while, but may also remain on the body for years and even reappear after treatment. Either way, none of us want warts and before running to the dermatologist you should know the ways you can treat them at home. 

1. Salicylic acid 

This is a substance that can be found in pharmacies as solutions that can be applied to the wart or as sponges that are soaked in the solution. The advantage of salicylic acid is that it works well, but the disadvantage is that it requires daily treatment and can take several months before its effects kick in. To improve the effectiveness of the solution, it is recommended to scratch the wart with a fingernail before applying. In any case, consult a pharmacist or a dermatologist before use. 

2. Insulating tape 

This strong tape can help treat warts with the same efficiency as salicylic acid, just wrap a piece of insulating tape around the wart and replace it every day, don’t wrap it too tightly to keep the blood flowing to the area. This might sound strange, but it works.

3. Garlic  

A number of studies have suggested rubbing a clove of garlic on the wart every night and even wrapping it with garlic. It seems that the anti-inflammatory and anti-viral substances in garlic help fight the skin infection. Also, eating garlic regularly helps boost the immune system. 

4. Freezing and puncturing 

Place ice on the wart and meanwhile, sterilize a needle with disinfectant or boiling water. Once the wart is frozen, puncture it several times in several directions and points. Be sure to penetrate all skin layers. This action will help to signal to your body that there is an infection and thus allowing the immune system to locate and destroy the wart. The treatment is useful in the case of several warts, as the immune system will know to identify them all and eliminate them.

5. Baking soda and castor oil 

Mix baking soda with castor oil until you get an ointment. Apply the salve to the wart, bandage it and leave overnight. The acid in the castor oil fights the wart and helps the skin heal. Remove the bandage in the morning and repeat the procedure for several days until the wart disappears. 

6. Hot water 

Soaking foot warts in hot water can help the healing process. The hot water softens the wart and can kill the virus. Make sure it isn’t hot enough to burn you. It is recommended to use seawater or add sea salt or Epsom salt to regular water.

7. Vitamin C  

Crush a tablet of vitamin C into powder, and mix with water until you create a paste. Put it on the wart and wrap it in a bandage. Repeat until completely healed.

8. Vitamin E 

The same action can be performed with vitamin E. Pop a vitamin E capsule and apply the oil to the wart. Wrap in leucoplast (tan-colored zinc oxide tape for securing dressings) and remove at night to allow the area to breathe. Repeat 3 times a day. 

9. Citrus Peel 

Cut a little piece of lemon or lime peel, if you do not have them at home you can also use orange peels. The piece should be slightly larger than the wart. Soak the peel in vinegar and place the white part of the skin to the wart holding it on with a bandage. Replace the peel every day and after about a week, the wart should disappear completely.

10. Basil 

Crush fresh basil leaves and apply the juice directly on the wart. Repeat every day for a week. The anti-viral agents in the basil leaves will help kill the virus. 

11. Toothpaste 

Apply toothpaste to the wart and wrap it in a bandage. Keep it on for an entire day and repeat until the wart disappears. The ingredients in toothpaste dehydrate the skin, preventing the wart from growing, and in fact "suffocate" the virus. 

12. Tea tree oil  

The beneficial components of tea tree leaves are known to be useful for solving a number of health problems, including warts. The oil is a concentrated extract of tea tree’s components, and applying it on a wart causes them to directly attack the virus. Soak the wart in the tea tree oil and cover in a bandage. Continue treatment for about three weeks. 

13. Carrots and olive oil 

Grate as much carrot as possible and add olive oil. The beneficial ingredients in both carrots and olive oil will help eliminate the virus and get rid of the wart. Apply the solution to the wart and let it sit for half an hour. Repeat treatment twice a day for two to three weeks. 

14. Figs 

Prepare a fig mask by squeezing fresh figs. Apply the juice to the wart and leave it for half an hour. Repeat every day for two to three weeks. Not only will the figs hasten the disappearance of the wart, they will also make your skin super soft.

15. Pineapple juice 

Soak your feet in pineapple juice. The tropical fruit contains a soluble enzyme that will help get rid of the wart. Rinse your feet thoroughly after treatment and repeat at least twice a week. 

16. Banana peel 

Banana is a fruit rich in potassium and so is its peel. Potassium may speed up the healing process of many types of warts in various parts of the body. Rub the wart using the inside of a banana peel daily. 

17. Dandelion flower 

Pulling the head of a dandelion of its stem produces a white milky liquid which happens to get rid of warts. Apply this liquid to the wart and wrap it in a bandage. Repeat treatment 3-4 times a day. 

18. Apple vinegar

Dip a cotton ball in apple vinegar and place it on the wart keeping it put with a Band-Aid. Change the Band-Aid and cotton ball every night and after about a week the wart will begin to peel off. If there is anything left on your skin you can use a pumice stone or something similar to help scrape it off.

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19 heart-healthy foods experts want you to add to your plates

It can be tempting to go days without a well-balanced meal when food delivery is just a few finger taps away. But for the sake of your heart health, you might want to hit pause on those food services and put effort into making your diet as healthy as possible.

“Diet plays a central role in heart disease risk,” says Heather Hodson Py, RDN, CDN, registered dietitian at the Centre for the Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease at NYU Langone Heart. “[It influences] key factors like blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, inflammation and body weight.”

Py goes on to explain that the key to prioritising heart health is in reducing saturated fat in your diet, as it is closely associated with low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels. High LDL is one of the major factors that can put you at risk for heart disease. “In other words, eating more [saturated fats] can raise [these levels], while cutting back can be an effective way to help manage them and total cholesterol,” she says. “The American Heart Association recommends that no more than 6% of daily calories come from saturated fat; for many people, this totals to about 10–15 grams per day.”

Try to avoid or limit indulging in your favourite deep-fried foods, sugary baked goods or anything else with added sugars, saturated fats, sodium or ultra-processed foods when you can. She says these foods can also lead to inflammation and high blood pressure, which will ultimately damage your heart health. Instead, check those food labels to make sure you’re on the right track ingredient-wise and create meals centred around vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats. With all that in mind, the best heart-healthy foods are:

Avocado

Py lists dietary fibre (half an avocado actually contains 20% daily fibre recommendations, she says), potassium (half an avocado contains 10% of the recommended daily amount we need of this nutrient, she adds), magnesium, unsaturated fatty acids and phytonutrients as some of the many nutrients we can find in this fruit, all of which play a role in preventing heart disease. Studies also show that two servings of avocado a week can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease by 16% and coronary heart disease by 21%.

Chia seeds

Chia seeds do more than just help boost your natural glow and lower cortisol levels. Py loves this super seed for heart health because it is rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which she explains is a plant-based omega-3 that may help reduce inflammation. She adds that it may also improve lipid profiles which reduces the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

Flaxseeds

Another super seed that is beneficial to heart health is flaxseed. Py says that they provide both soluble fibre and ALA, which studies show can reduce the cholesterol that’s linked to heart disease and strokes (AKA LDL).

“Soluble fibre helps lower LDL by binding to the bile acids and cholesterol in the digestive tract and removing them from the body,” she explains. “It also supports healthy blood sugar levels and feeds beneficial gut bacteria which may reduce systemic inflammation linked to heart disease.”

Hemp hearts

Hemp hearts, which are the soft inner part of hemp seeds, are a rich source of omega-3 and omega-6 fats and arginine. Py says that when the arginine develops into nitric oxide, it can relax and widen blood vessels, thus improving blood flow and helping lower our blood pressure.

Walnuts

Py says that walnuts contain healthy fats, omega-3s and antioxidants to benefit our heart health. Studies show that eating walnuts daily can lower our risk of cardiovascular disease and manage our cholesterol levels.

Oats

Py says oats make for a great heart-healthy food because of their fibre content. According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), one cup of oats contains about 8 grams of fibre, and studies show that fibre can lower inflammation and cholesterol.

Leafy greens

Spinach, kale, collard greens, rocket, cabbage and more leafy greens should be a go-to if you’re looking for heart-healthy foods. Py says that leafy greens are rich in potassium and antioxidants to help lower high cholesterol.

Broccoli

Py also likes broccoli for heart health. (Bonus: it’s great for hormonal health too.) On top of being rich in antioxidants, which she says help neutralise free radicals that can damage blood vessels and lead to plaque build-up, it is also a great source of fibre.

Black beans, lentils and other legumes

Legumes like black beans and lentils come with loads of health benefits, especially when it comes to supporting the heart. Py loves lentils, especially for their fibre and protein content and antioxidant properties. Black beans are also high in fibre content and have antioxidant properties to lower cholesterol and high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Berries

Another fruit you can turn to for heart health, Py says, is berries. Berries such as strawberries, blackberries and raspberries are rich in vitamins and antioxidants which are known to reduce inflammation and the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Salmon

Salmon is one of the healthiest food options because of its omega-3 fatty acid content. Py especially loves it for the heart as she says it reduces inflammation, lowers the fat lipids in your blood, maintains a healthy heart rhythm and protects against plaque build-up.

 

Olive oil

Olive oil comes with many health benefits, such as its ability to boost our gut health and serotonin levels. Where our heart is concerned, it contains healthy fats, says Py, which makes it great for heart health. Studies show that regular consumption of the oil may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Sweet potato

Py loves sweet potatoes for the heart. It’s packed with fibre content and potassium. “[Potassium] can help regulate blood pressure by counterbalancing the effects of sodium and easing pressure on blood vessel walls, in turn reducing heart disease and stroke risk,” she says. “Most people do not consume enough, which is why focusing on these sources is especially important.”

Figs

Another recommendation from Py, figs are packed with potassium and fibre to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Lean meats

When thinking about heart-healthy proteins, which Py says support metabolic health and lean muscle mass, you’ll want to pick lean meats like chicken, turkey breast or tuna. She explains that replacing red or processed meats with these options can significantly lower cardiovascular risk.

Yoghurt

Yoghurt works for any meal, and it’s one of the best heart-healthy dairy food options. Studies show that eating two servings of plain yoghurt a week lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Quinoa

Brown and tri-coloured quinoa are rich in protein, vitamins, minerals and peptides. Studies show that it can help regulate blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation and prevent and treat cardiovascular diseases.

Whole-grain bread

If you’re looking for a bread option for your heart health, go the whole-grain route. Studies show that whole-grain bread can reduce the risk of coronary heart and cardiovascular disease as well as diabetes and respiratory disease.

Tofu

Tofu not only provides a great source of protein but it also benefits your heart. Studies show that tofu and soy-based products may reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

 

This is only for your information, kindly take the advice of your doctor for food, medicines, exercises and so on.   

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