Saturday, August 25, 2012

Bee and natural remedies - 3 tips natural remedy to use when stung by a bee


When you get a bee sting many people often turn to over the counter treatments. All these remedies have no side effects as the body must work harder to process them through the liver. Before reaching the bottle think about some alternative natural painkiller. You can have them already in your home.

Here are 3 home remedies to use after removing the sting:

* Apply meat tenderizer with Papain - Papain is a protease enzyme that breaks down proteins. It is found in papaya and breaks down the toxins of the venom. Dose: 1 papain part: 4 parts water

* Make a paste of baking soda and water - use a poultice of baking soda to neutralize the acid in bee venom. Leave for 15 - 20 minutes

* Lavandin essential oils or Idaho Tansy - apply 1-2 drops on the spot two or three times a day. Use only 100% therapeutic quality oils. (Do not use in children under two years of age)

Remember to refrain from itching in the area. This will cause the swelling to increase and possible infection of the skin area. Apply ice immediately, while for the achievement of these natural remedies. As the discomfort of a bee sting may last only a few hours without complications, it is best to avoid further irritation.

Those with breathing difficulties, wheezing, dizziness or loss of blood pressure need to see a doctor immediately. Natural remedies able to reduce the swelling and reduce the recovery time of a bee sting without side effects.

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