Looking for home remedies for scabies? Simply put, scabies isn't a condition to take lightly. What might seem like a simple itch at first is actually the result of thousands of mites burrowing into your skin and laying eggs. Because they multiply quickly, scabies mites are a contagion. If you have it, you may unknowingly spread it to your family -- who can, in turn, infect … [Read more...] about Home Remedies for Scabies
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5 Safe and Natural Home Remedies for Blisters
So you discovered a blister. Perhaps it was a long run in that new pair of Nike’s, a night out in your favorite high heels, or perhaps a sign that you used a rake for too long in the yard. While friction is one of the most common causes of blisters (as in the familiar scenarios above), it is not the only. Burns, including heat, wind, and sunburns, poison ivy, chemical exposure, … [Read more...] about 5 Safe and Natural Home Remedies for Blisters
7 Natural Home Remedies for Mosquito Bites That Really Work
Arguably the most unwelcome symptom of a mosquito bite (besides the large and round red bump of course), is the itch, which is a result of your skin’s allergic reaction to the anticoagulant protein contained in mosquito saliva. When it comes to scratching that itch, though your body may be telling you yes, your mind should be telling you no. That’s because scratching the area … [Read more...] about 7 Natural Home Remedies for Mosquito Bites That Really Work
5 Effective Natural Mosquito Repellent Recipes You Can Make at Home
Of all the joys summer brings, mosquitoes are not one of them. Those little buggers are always the unwelcome party guest at backyard barbecues, campfire festivities, and general outdoor summer activities. Though you are generally safe during the day (unless you’re exploring deep wooded areas or hanging out by standing water), mosquitoes are extremely active in the early morning … [Read more...] about 5 Effective Natural Mosquito Repellent Recipes You Can Make at Home
4 Simple Recipes for Natural Sunburn Remedies
Our mothers used to say, "everything in moderation," and the same is true of fun in the sun. We know that sun exposure is vital to our health. Sunlight enables our skin to produce vitamin D (the "sunshine vitamin"), a powerhouse hormone that supports healthy function of everything from the cardiovascular system[1. Vitamin D and Health - … [Read more...] about 4 Simple Recipes for Natural Sunburn Remedies
