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Chiropractic Care and Bug Bites?
In our San Diego Chiropractic clinic we provide treatment for patients with neck pain, back pain, headaches, etc. on a daily basis. On a superficial level, you could easily assume that we only care for the spine. This assumption would not be accurate. We provide treatment for many conditions, not only with traditional chiropractic care but also with nutritional recommendations, exercise, stretches, natural remedies and ergonomic recommendations. With that in mind, I came across this article regarding natural remedies for bug bites that is worth passing on.
It’s the summer season, bringing with it a bounty of banquets and outdoor gatherings-and itchy discomfort from the elements. When the bugs bite, the sun burns, or the poison ivy comes creeping, simply use these all-natural remedies for sweet relief from nature’s sting.
Take the Itch Out of Bug Bites
Summer’s unwelcome guests include: fleas, mosquitoes, gnats, fire ants, wasps, bees, and ticks. It’s humans versus bugs and, unfortunately, most of the time we lose. Though the bug bite itself is usually not painful, the body’s inflammatory reaction may cause pain, itching, redness, and swelling.
Try these all-natural remedies for a quick anti-itch fix:
o First things first: Remove stinger, if any, and clean the area with water. If it’s a tick, you must safely remove the tick with a pair of fine-tipped tweezers, grasp as close to your skin as possible, and pull straight out without twisting. It’s not a bad idea to keep the tick in a jar of rubbing alcohol; if you feel ill, this may help your doctor identify the illness and treat more effectively. Wash the bite with soap and water. An ice pack can provide temporary relief of pain and swelling. If you begin to feel achy, nauseous, fatigued, or otherwise ill seek a doctor’s care.
o Apply honey to a bug bite to bring relief and prevent infections. Honey has long been known for its antibiotic properties; in fact, honey-soaked gauze bandages were once used to heal burns and wounds.
o Be as cool as a cucumber. Place cucumber skins on top of the bites to soothe the itching irritation. You can also cut round slices from a fresh eggplant and place on top of the bite to draw out toxins and appease irritation.
o Apply tea tree oil to bites every 2 to 3 hours to relieve itching and aid healing. Tea tree oil possesses antiseptic, antifungal, and antibacterial actions and has been recognized by recent studies as playing a supportive role in skin care.
o For flea bites, soaking in a warm bath of Epsom salts and baking soda can ease itching.
In some cases, a serious allergic reaction called anaphylactic shock occurs, which can involve breathing difficulties and requires immediate medical attention.
I hope you find the ways to take the sting out of summer! I invite you to visit often and share your own personal health and longevity tips with me.
May you live long, live strong, and live happy!
-Dr. Mao
I hope that you find Dr. Mao’s natural remedies for bug bites helpful.
Your’s In Good Health
Dr. Jones