This is the first part in a series on natural first aid home remedies. We will be discussing the use of essential oils herbs, common gardening plants, and kitchen cupboard ingredients. These are all great for mild conditions that can occur at any time in our daily lives. Remember to seek medical advice if your symptoms persist or become severe.
What to do?
Use vinegar or lemon juice made from a fresh lemon to treat wasp stings. Apply a few drops to a cotton wool ball until it is well saturated, but not dripping. Make a paste with bicarbonate soda and water for bee stings. The paste should be applied to the sting. Leave it on for at least 30 seconds.
Call an ambulance immediately if you get multiple bee stings. To relieve itching caused by mosquito bites, you can use tea tree oil, aloe verde directly from the plant. Burdock leaf can be used to treat stinging nettles. A paste of bicarbonate soda and water can also be used to make lavender oil.
Take Note
Witch hazel is very soothing for blisters and can be used to treat them. You can also use lavender oil and apply it with a cotton wool brush. Saltwater can also be used. Saltwater is a powerful disinfectant. Use 1 teaspoon salt in 1 cup water. It should be completely dissolved before you apply it with a cotton wool ball. Aloe Vera is extremely effective. It can be used as a gel, or directly from the aloe plants. This is the best of both worlds.
A rescue remedy has also been proven to be very effective. Arnica cream and arnica tablets are great for speeding up the healing process of bruises. Simple cold packs can provide immediate relief. A bag of frozen peas is enough. A bag of frozen peas is also a good option for bruises. You can also use the vinegar compress by soaking a piece or face cloth in vinegar, and then applying it to the bruised area.
Final Tip
Hot cabbage leaves! Steam a few Savoy cabbage leaves, and apply to the bruised areas. It’s a bit smelly, but it works great! These natural first aid remedies are simple, effective, and quick to treat common ailments.
