Posts Tagged Wounds

Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

Knotgrass

by John Wright Second only to the Cornflower in its brilliant blue colouring, the Forking Larkspur is of interest as much for its healing properties as for its beauty as a wildflower. In fact it was the medicinal aspect which was thought to have given rise to its scientific name Consolida for the plant was believed to promote rapid healing (or consolidation) of wounds. It tolerates salt in the soil as well as soggy soil. It may be found between paving stones, on well-trodden footpaths, on w

Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

Herbal Healing – The Doctor Is In The House

Many spices and herbs, commonly found around the house, can be used for herbal healing to fight infection, sanitize and heal wounds, improve brain power and detoxify the body. Be warned that many of these herbs have essential oils in them which are toxic in high doses so should especially be avoided during pregnancy. Consider the following: Rosemary is my favorite for herbal healing. It is called the herb of remembrance (or the herb of chicken) because it increases blood flow to the brain

Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

In times of trouble: Religion and culture meld in MAM’s ‘NeoHooDoo’ exhibition (Miami Herald)

After a years-long struggle to recuperate from a car accident that left her with a broken neck, back and leg, Amalia Mesa-Bains returned to her artwork to deal with less visible but deeper wounds.

Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

Cuts Scrapes and Wounds: Causes| Symptoms| Home Cure and Treating Wounds

What are Cuts, Scrapes and Wounds? Injury, in which the outer skin-barrier is penetrated due to an accident, in which the skin has been punctured, cut or scraped. It should be treated immediately because it can cause infection. Symptoms of Cuts, Scrapes and Wounds There may be deep holes (puncture), superficial abrasions (scrapes) or narrow tears in the skin accompanied by bleeding. Swelling, fever, redness, discharge or red streaks spreading from the wound site signifies infection.

Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

DIY Beauty: Aloe Vera for deep cleansing

Tuesday, 3 February 2009My mum used to have numerous pots of Aloe Vera in her garden when I was younger. She would cut up the leaves of the bigger plants and make juice out of them to drink. I never drank them because I found the juice yucky. In fact, I consider the gel of Aloe Vera yucky too because of the slimy feel. However, I do know the goodness of Aloe Vera for both its health and beauty benefits and used the gel quite a bit as a teenager to apply on my wounds and burns although I’ve n

Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

Comfrey HERB Plant Heals bruises and tonic recipe for your plants

Symphytum officinalis Comfrey or Knit bone Height: 30″ Zone: 3-9 Light: sun to shade Description: Comfrey herbs contain the active ingredient allantoin, a skin healer proven to heal wounds and skin ulcers. Allantoin adheres to the skin to stimulate the growth of healthy tissue. Beware: it heals the wound so fast that many times the infection is still in the cut. Softening and soothing, it is used in creams, lotions and bath brews. Use it to treat burns, bed sores, insect bites,

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Saturday, November 29, 2008 10:16

Love Lavender ? It’s one of the oldest flowering herbs.

Timeless Lavender September 4th, 2008 — Posted in Lavender, Lavender Plants, lavender aromatherapy | No Comments »Lavender plants are one of the world’s most loved as well as oldest flowering herbs.The Romans used lavender in their bath water, and used the plant to heal wounds and as an antiseptic.For hundreds of years lavender was carried to prot

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