Skin Problems
Ringworm of Impetigo
Peroxide applied to either ringworm or impetigo is effective a salve made by mixing powdered sulphur and lard together and adding one teaspoon of lemon juice is also good.
For internal use drink a tea made from golden seal, hops bone-set or plantain.
Erysipelas
For erysipelas, bathe parts with a solution made with golden seal, lobelia, burdock, yellow dock and myrrh. Powdered slippery elm bark sprinkled on is also recommended.
Eczema
Eczema has cleared up when the diet was made adequate and especially rich in linoleic acid and all the B vitamins. Some cases were helped when vegetable oil was given. Eczema has cleared up like magic with corn oil. A dose of one tablespoonful was given and increased gradually until four tablespoonfuls were taken three times a day.
Stubborn cases of psoriasis usually disappear rapidly when vegetable oil and lecithin are added to the diet. Another recommended remedy for psoriasis is 36 grams of lecithin daily; gradually decrease until 4 drams daily, which should be continued as a maintenance dose.
An application of apple cider vinegar is said to be helpful.
POISON OAK OR IVY
First let us consider eradicating this pest. A solution of calcium chlorate ( lb to the gallon of water) sprayed on when it is in full leaf. Results are better if done on a warm, sunny day. However, it will any vegetation with which it comes in contact. This solution is not poisonous to animals. It does not kill large trees and shrubs unless it is sprayed directly on them.
For the agonizing itching of poison oak or ivy, make a solution of equal parts of a strong tea of white oak bark and lime water . apply saturated bandage.
Make a strong tea of spearmint, peach tree leaves, plantain, lobelia or golden seal and apply to the area.
Drink chestnut leaf tea several time a day also apply frequently to the rash.
Every time it itches, rub golden rod leaves, in cold water and bathe parts. Allow to dry for itself.
A strong solution of Epsom salts is also recommended.
If you think you have come in contact with these pests, bathe exposed parts with vinegar.
HIVES
Hives are believed to be due to lack of power of the liver to kill of harmful organisms. The following herb teas are recommended. Sassafras bark, red clover blossoms, nettle and yarrow.
Most skin disorders will respond readily to herb teas.
