Eczema Folk Remedies
Eczema is a rather common disease of the skin that is characterized by redness, inflammation and itching. The disease usually starts in children and is often a permanent condition. Medical science has not yet discovered what causes eczema, but it is thought to be a sort of abnormality in the body’s immune system.
Modern science attempts to treat the disease with steroid creams. The problem with that is that steroid creams have unwanted side-effects.
Here are some natural folk remedies that can be effective in treating eczema:
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Neem Oil
Neem oil is derived from the neem tree (Azadirachta indica) which is native to India.
Neem oil is widely used to treat more than 60 different conditions including dandruff, acne, cold sores, psoriasis, athlete’s foot, and of course, eczema. Neem oil works because it has anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial properties.
To treat eczema with neem oil you will need to use a 2% strength neem oil cream. It is also recommended that you take two neem leaf based capsules per day.
Be aware that neem based products are not recommended for women who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.
Learn more about the amazing powers of the Neem Tree
Red Clover
Red clover (Trifolium pratense)Â is an herb that has been used to treat eczema as well as psoriasis. Scientific studies have not been conducted to explain why red clover is effective in treating eczema although it is known to be rich in isoflavones. Research has indicated that red clover has the potential to thin the blood so anyone who has been prescribed anticoagulants should avoid it.
Witch Hazel
The Native Americans used witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana)Â for all sorts of inflammatory skin conditions. Apply a small amount of witch hazel to the affected area every day with a cotton swab or ball.