ECZEMA
(Dermatitis)
About Eczema
Flaky,
scaling, thickened skin, often itchy and red.
Dermatitis or eczema is often caused by allergies in which case it’s called
‘allergic or contact dermatitis’. Suspect
cosmetics, washing powders, perfumes, rubber, latex, metals from clothes or
jewellery or plants. It can also be water or sunlight.
Stress can make the problem worse.
‘Atopic
dermatitis’ often appears in babies or toddlers, particularly in the creases
of the body, e.g. behind the knees, in the elbows, neck and face.
Suspect allergies, particularly to cow’s milk and cow’s milk
products. Oranges are also often a problem.
We
have had excellent success (though not in every instance) with using the
patient’s own urine on the problem area.
This has sometimes cleared up the most horrible eczema/dermatitis.
If the skin is very raw and open, mix the urine with vegetable glycerine
oil from the chemist. Dab it on and
leave it to dry on the body.
See
recommended books below for a book on Urine Therapy.
This treatment has been used for several thousand years and is
recommended in many scriptures, e.g. the Bible, Upanishads, etc.
Poultices
combining chaparral, dandelion, goldenseal, and yellow dock root can also be
helpful – for external use.
Nutrition facts & Diet
Advice for Eczema
The following nutrition regime should be
considered:
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Investigate allergy and sensitivity
testing if possible.
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Avoid dairy products, sugar, white
flour, fried foods and processed foods.
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Avoid the excess fat from meat – buy
lean and preferably organic.
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Avoid sugar, gluten (wheat, barley, rye
and oats) and raw eggs.
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Drink at least 1˝ litres of water per
day (adult – children proportionately less).
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Avoid soft drinks and oranges.
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Eat a generally healthy diet, including
five portions of vegetables per day, brown rice, millet,
oily fish and a little fruit (no oranges).
Health
Supplements - Eczema
Often, a combination
of supplements may help in alleviating this
condition. You may wish to consult a nutritional
therapist for personal advice. Supplements that may
be helpful in alleviating symptoms are shown below:
Adults:
Babies or toddlers:
see also
allergies and food
intolerance
cookbooks
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