Aug 20
Now that we our in the midst of rushing about getting ready for work and/or school; it is likely we may pick up a few scrapes or cuts. The widespread of antibiotics has given rise to strains of bacteria that is highly resistant to most conventional drugs. Here is a list of natural remedies to heal your ailments the all-natural way.
- Apply a drop or two of lavender oil directly to the wound, always after it is cleaned
- Cayenne pepper can be used on minor scrapes and scratches for quick relief, but never on open wounds. Cayenne contains capsaicin whish helps speed healing and blocks pain messages to the brain. Wipe off when pain is lessened
- To help kill bacteria and speed healing, sprinkle on granulated sugar. Smear petroleum jelly around outside of wound to help hold sugar in place. Apply 1-2 times daily
- An aloe vera plant is a living first aid kit. Break off a leaf and squeeze gel directly on affected area. Aloe vera seals injury, relieves pain and provides quicker healing. Re-apply 3-4 times daily
- Calendula ointment and/or 20 drops of calendula tincture and 20 drops of Hypericum tincture diluted in four ounces of water. Apply 2-3 times daily
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Tagged with: first aid • Green initiatives • Health
May 15
With all talk in the news regarding the flu, especially the swine flu. Here are a few common sense tips to help keep your child germ free.
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- Have your child wash his hands before meals, after using the bathroom, or whenever he touches other kids, pets or communal toys.
Make sure he scrubs for 20 seconds – about the time it takes to sing “happy Birthday” twice.
- Always keep wipes or sanitizing gel in your purse and in your car.
- Teach him to sneeze or cough into a tissue. If he doesn’t have one handy, he should use the crook of his elbow.
- Steer clear of toys and books in the waiting room at the doctor’s office. Take along your own instead.
- Clean “shared” toys with hot soapy water or a sanitizing spray.
- Don’t share personal objects and don’t let siblings share them either.
Tagged with: Health • Wipes
May 10
A bad sun burn before the age of 10 can give a child up to 50% chance of getting skin cancer as an adult
1. Isn’t the sun good for me?
Yes, Sunshine is a significant source of Vitamin D because UV rays from sunlight trigger Vitamin D synthesis in the skin. Vitamin D helps to form and maintain strong bones. However like everything, too much of a good thing can be bad.
2. Does our skin have any defenses against the sun?
We are all born with natural defenses against harmful UV rays that deplete over a lifetime. Once they are gone, there is no getting them back. Children acquire 50-80% of the sun expose?? Before they are 18.
3. Does a cotton t-shirt protect my child?
No! Knit clothing, such as cotton t-shirts, give relatively poor protection (SPF rating of 4.8) since UV rays pass through loops on the knit structure.
4. What is the difference between regular clothes and SPF/UV clothing?
New technology has come out with special synthetic materials that have been tested for UVA/UVB blocking properties. Always look for sun protective or UV blocking t-shirts or UV swimwear especially for kids. Most block from 40 to 50 SPF.
5.What are the effects of my child’s medication in the sun?
Some medications increase the skin’s sensitivity to UV rays. As a result, even kids with skin that tends not to burn easily can develop severe sunburn in just minutes when taking certain medications. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if the prescription your child is taking can increase sun sensitivity, especially with antibiotics, acne medications and over-the-counter medications.
Tagged with: Health • Sun • Sun Wear • UV Rays
