Nail Fungus: What is it?
August 14, 2007 | 6 Comments
A friend suffered from nail fungus a few years ago and asked me for holistic approach to treating her toenail fungus. I gave her a list of essential oils along with other natural remedies to aid in preventing nail fungus. I also talked about what can causes nail fungus.
Question: What is nail fungus?
What is Nail Fungus?
Nail fungus or onychomycosis is a tiny organism that can affect the nails of the finger and toes. It’s a common condition that many people suffer from. More than 35 million people are afflicted by nail fungus!
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Our nails are the perfect spot for fungus. It’s free to grow thanks to the protection of our nails its hard to get to the fungus. Fungus thrives Read more
Bug Be Gone Insect Spray
August 7, 2007 | 7 Comments
Bugs Be Gone Essential Oil Insect Spray
- 16 ounces of water
- 6 drops of lavender oil
- 4 drops of peppermint oil
- 4 drops of lemon oil
*Shake well before each use. Spray. Enjoy!
Do you know I use a similar aromatherapy spray when I’m outside? I also sell a similar version with my holistic company. It never fails when I go outside the tiny little bugaboos are not too far behind eagerly sampling my tender skin, lol.
In order to make myself less appealing to them I make this simple holistic remedy. If I’m going to be out in the sun for a long time I’ll make sure the carrier I use is oil based. I’ve found that perspiring can wash away the spray also.
It has a pleasant smell and keeps the little bugaboos at bay. As a precautionary measure do a patch test! First Read more
Bye Bye Stye: Four Ways To Cure An Eye Stye Naturally
August 1, 2007 | 14 Comments
Towards the end of last week, my daughter developed a stye. Although I had never seen one, in person, I knew what it was.
A stye (also called sty or stie) occurs when the oil glands around the eyelid get infected and inflamed. A stye usually takes anywhere from a few days to a week to rupture. If the stye isn’t responding to treatments it may require medical attention.
What Causes A Stye?
- Obstruction of the oil glands or openings in the eyelid
- Not removing makeup completely
- Poor health
- Stress
- Using old cosmetics
- Hormonal change
- Infected follicle at the base of the eyelash
Symptoms of Stye’s
- Blurred Vision
- Lump at bottom of lid
- Mucous discharge
- Localized swelling of eye area
- Redness or pain in the eye
- Sensitivity to light
*An internal stye may not have a visible nodule.
Healing Your Stye Naturally
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