Be mindful of poison ivy and how to treat exposure. When trekking through dense woods and even backyard overgrowth, remember to wear long pants and high socks to reduce contact with poison ivy. When treating poison ivy, look for special poison ivy soap that contains oat bran, bentonite clay (a fine powder formed from volcanic ash used as a topical treatment for thousands of years) and essential oils of Salix alba (white willow), sassafras and grindelia camporum. These natural tips are just a few ways to keep skin protected and healthy while enjoying what the rest of summer has to offer. Readers with questions about natural or homeopathic medicine, compounded medications, or health in general can e-mail gary@naturalcompounder.com or call 781-893-3870.

Source: MetroXpress August 09, 2021 15:20 UTC