Articles for tag: Poultice

Homeopathic Uses for White Oak Bark

Mostly found in the eastern United States, the white oak tree has long been used not only for its beauty and size, but also for homeopathic remedies. White oak bark is an astringent substance that is used for controlling inflammation of both internal and external varieties. The White Oak tree grows up to 100 feet ...

Natural Treatments for Eczema

Eczema Atopic Dermatitis Eczema, can be an irritating red rash, with dry patches and itchy flaky skin. If you have a mild to moderate case of Eczema, you can try some natural remedies to treat your Eczema. If you are currently under a doctors care, or taking medication, you should always double check with your ...

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How to Remove Stains from Marble

Marble countertops and floors can add so much beauty and elegance to a home. However, because marble is a very porous material, it can stain easily. Removing the stain from marble is not a difficult one, but it does require time and patience. You can create a material called a poultice which will actually re-absorb ...

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Six Common Herbal Preparations

Alternative medicine should never be used in place of professional medical practices. Consult the guidance of your physician or health care provider before trying any herbal remedy. These are six of the most commonly used preparations in traditional herbal medicine. They are based on a tried and true set of standards that have changed very ...

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Making Herbal Poultices

Poultices are similar to compresses, except the whole herb is applied, rather than a liquid extract, providing effective first aid treatment. Poultices are simple herbal preparations that can be prepared at home. Moist, hot herbs are pasted onto the skin to give soothing, healing relief from minor wounds or painful muscles. Fresh, dried or powdered ...

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How to Treat a Hoof Abscess at Home

A hoof abscess in horses can be caused by a number of things. Commonly, a hoof abscess is caused by gravel or other hard particles entering the hoof through the white line. Infection is then caused when the gravel moves through the hoof to the sensitive tissue. This creates a hoof abscess. Another common way ...