Burns
Burns are damage to tissue. For minor burns, natural medicine may be helpful after the burn is cleaned with soap and cold water and gently dried. Because of the risk of infection, topical applications should not be made to blistered or open burn wounds, unless under medical supervision.
Symptoms
- Symptoms depend on the severity and cause of the burn but usually include:
- Pain
- Sensitivity to touch
- The skin may appear swollen, blistered, dried, charred, weeping, or red, grey, or black-coloured.
Causes
Exposure to
- extreme heat
- chemicals
- electricity
- radioactive material
Supplements that may help
- Vitamin C and Zinc – Aid healing
- Vitamin E – Supplies oxygen to the skin
- Aloe Vera Gel – Soothes and cools, aids healing (keep in the fridge)
- Lavender Oil – Promotes healing, anti-bacterial
- Calendula cream – Soothing and healing
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Recommended lifestyle changes
- Block the harsh rays Avoid sunburns by applying sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) regularly
- Eat healthy balanced diet for better recovery The body needs adequate amounts of calories and protein in order to build new skin and tissue.
