Poultices
Safe with pregnancy
This is a paste of herbs, plants or other substances that is used for therapy purposes. It is placed on a warm, moist cloth and applied to the body. It provides heat and herbal medications that relieves pain, reduces inflammations and promotes healing
Caution
Some may cause burns to the skin and tissues
May cause allergic reactions
Therapy for:
Acute pain
Swellings
Injuries
Skin abrasions
Cuts and wounds
Insect bites
Abscess (Boil)
Diabetic ulcers
Arthritis
Comments
Ancient practice of Native Americans
Ancient practice of the Yoruba Babalawos (West Africa)
Epsom salt poultices are preferentially used for abscesses
Common herbs used for poultices include:
Turmeric, Onion, Ginger, Eucalyptus, Garlic, Aloe Vera, Baking soda, Bread, Activated charcoal, Cat's claw, Dandelion and Milk
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Safe with diabetes
Children: Use with caution
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