DIY Remedies for Stings, Bites, Scratches, and Sunburns

DIY Remedies for Stings, Bites, Scratches, and Sunburns MOSQUITO BITES Basil O Gently rub a few fresh basil leaves directly on the bites to relieve itching. • Healing properties: Research shows basil is antimicrobial. Peppermint essential oil O Dilute a few drops of peppermint oil in water. O Apply to bites to reduce swelling. Healing properties: Research shows peppermint oil is antibacterial and antifungal. Chamomile O Add some dried chamomile flowers to bath water. O Soak in the bath to sooth bites. • Healing properties: Research shows chamomile is anti-inflammatory. BEE STINGS A Baking soda O Pour about 1 tablespoon of baking soda into your palm. O Add enough water to make a paste. O Apply directly to the sting to help decrease pain and inflammation. • Healing properties: Research shows baking soda is antibacterial and antimicrobial. Rhubarb O Break open a fresh rhubarb stalk. O Apply the juice directly to the sting to reduce pain. • Healing properties: Research shows rhubarb is astringent, meaning it contracts body tissues. Ice O Apply ice to the sting for 20 minutes to reduce swelling. • Healing properties: Research shows ice is analgesic, meaning it relieves pain. Call 911 immediately if the person who is stung shows signs of an allergic reaction, including: Trouble breathing Dizziness Face reddening Extreme panic Severe pain Congestion SUNBURN Aloe O Break off a little piece of an aloe plant. O Slice it open and rub the gel directly on sunburned skin to ease discomfort. • Healing properties: Research shows aloe is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral. Apple cider vinegar O Mix 1 part water with 1 part apple cider vinegar. O Add it to a clean spray bottle. O Spray onto sunburned skin to reduce pain. • Healing properties: Research shows apple cider vinegar is anti-infective. Lavender O Fill a small spray bottle with water. O Add a few drops of lavender essential oil. O Spray onto sunburned skin to soothe burn and speed recovery. • Healing properties: Research shows lavender is anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. SCRAPES Aloe O Clean scrapes thoroughly. O Blend 1 tablespoon of honey with 1tablespoon fresh aloe vera gel. O Apply mixture to the wound to help treat the scrape. O If the scrape is deeper than surface level, seek medical attention. • Healing properties: Research shows aloe is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral. Thyme O Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. O Add 1 teaspoon of dried thyme leaves. Let the mixture steep until it's cool. O Apply to skin to help clean the scrape. • Healing properties: Research shows thyme is antimicrobial and antibacterial. When summer burns, stings, or scrapes you up, take the natural route before you head to the pharmacy. BOTAN ICAL.COM NCBI.NLM.NIH.GOV EVERYDAYHEALTH.COM PAINSCIENCE.COM EVERYDAYROOTS.COM PREVENTION.COM KITCHENSTEWARDSHIP.COM WELLNESSMAMA.COM MOTHEREARTHNEWS.COM FIX .com