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Eczema Pronunciation
Natural Eczema Treatments
Eczema - What is this stupid name anyway. It's hard to pronounce, it's hard to get the spelling write, and it's as itchy and painful as hell to deal with. Lets save everyone the spelling and pronunciation trouble and just call it X-ma or Exma.
But come to think of it, ‘eczema' is actually quite a fitting name for this itchy skin condition. It's bloody annoying - just like the pronunciation, and it's a pain in the arss to deal with - just like the stupid spelling of the word.
Find out the top 9 natural eczema treatments
Eczema is a chronic skin disorder where sufferers have to deal with itching red rashes and dry scaly leathery skin. There may be skin blisters with oozing and crusting. Eczema is generally a symptom of some other underlying condition and sufferers come from across a wide age group range starting as young as 1 month to people in their 60s. Eczema is normally more severe for infants and children with the condition improving with age. As you get older you may develop a stronger tolerance to skin sensitivities, which in turn will reduce the extreme bouts of eczema.
Causes
Hereditary - Eczema is considered to be hereditary. Studies reveal that a person is prone to eczema if his family has a history of closely linked conditions like hay fever and asthma.
Allergens - Eczema could be aggravated by irritants like smoke, chemicals, detergents, solvents and so on. Even weather conditions could aggravate the condition. Excessive stress, heat and emotional stress also aggravates the symptoms of eczema.
Vitamin & Mineral Deficiency - Cause of eczema depends upon the type of eczema the person is suffering from. Sometimes blood circulation problem in the leg can also cause eczema. Deficiency of vitamin B6 causes eczema.
Natural Eczema Treatments & Remedies
When dealing with eczema, the word steroids or corticosteroids with automatically come to mind. No doubt, many suffers have experienced instant relief with the application of topical steroid creams, helping to calm itchiness and reduce redness and inflammation. In dealing with severe cases, the use of steroid creams maybe the only relief. But in most mild to moderate cases, these strong creams are not necessary. Prolonged use can lead to the skin's reliance which can even worsen the state of the condition in the long run. Lets not forget the side effects.
Natural eczema treatments using a combination of methods to improve the person's internal health state, lifestyle patterns, diet, energy balance, psychological well being and the identification of allergen triggers have shown to be very effective in improving this condition.
I would like to take you through 9 drug-free methods that have shown very positive results in reducing and eliminating flare ups. Remember to be patient, as results will not be immediate.
Natural Eczema Treatment #1 -The Food Elimination Process
Start with 3 foods and stick to eating the food for 2 - 3 days. If your body responds well within any flare ups. Then you know the 3 foods does not agitate the problem. Introduce 1 food at a time every 3 - 5 days and note any flare ups that occur. Keep a diary of the foods you have eaten, the quantity per meal and the time of each meal. It's not easy having to eliminate yummy foods from your diet, but in most instances, an allergic reaction to foods is the main triggers for eczema.
- Dairy products, eggs, nuts, preservatives and citrus fruits, shellfish, wheat, caffeine, alcohol, and processed and junk foods are more likely to trigger eczema.
- Consume foods high in vitamin A or beta-carotene and potassium such as carrots, and green leafy vegetables in your diet.
About the Author
Celine writes beauty and skin care articles for Green Organics Beauty - An organic beauty website. Go to http://www.greenorganics.com.au to find more exclusive skin care tips and secrets.
