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If your baby already has a diaper rash, wash the baby's skin with Neem Soap and dry with a clean towel. Then apply Baby Ointment to soothe the baby's skin, prevent diaper rash and to keep the baby's skin protected from moisture. All babies get a red or sore bottom from time to time, even with frequent diaper changes and careful cleaning. Some common reasons for diaper rash include: *Irritation from a new product. Your baby's skin may have been irritated by disposable wipes, a new brand of diaper, a new brand of detergent, fabric softener or bleach used in the laundry. If you suspect any of these, change to a brand that hasn't bothered the baby before. Generally, you'll have better results if you use products that have few additives. *Chemicals in new clothes. Wash all new clothing and bed linens before using for the first time. *Sensitive skin. If your baby's skin is sensitive, change diapers frequently, washing the area with clear water each time. Allow your baby's bottom to air dry. Use soothing Baby Ointment any time pinkness occurs. The Baby Lotion Bar is perfect for daily use. *Bacterial or yeast infection. These can cause an irritating skin rash. If you suspect yeast, try Black Walnut & Tea Tree Ointment. If the rash is not responding, it may need medical treatment. Contact your doctor if your baby has a rash that is not improving and lasts more than a few days. To help prevent diaper rash, avoid using super-absorbent disposable diapers since they tend to be changed less frequently. If using cloth diapers, wash and double rinse them thoroughly. Select snap-on plastic pants instead of elastic binding for better air circulation. Baby's clothes, bed linens and towels should be laundered separately in a gentle detergent and then double rinsed to avoid skin irritation.
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Since ancient times, neem has been associated with healing in the sub-continent of India. A large number of medicinals, cosmetics, toiletries and pharmaceuticals are now based on neem derivatives (oil, leaf, bark, seed ... ) because of its unique properties. Neem's anti-microbial properties remove viruse, bacteria, fungus, and parasites from your skin. Flutterbye features this ancient therapeutic oil in a handmade bar that is prepared according to the finest western soapmaking traditions. Our soap is produced in small batches by hand from neem oil and other essential oils in a vegetable oil base. The soap is especially useful for anyone with sensitive skin, as it is ultra-mild, deep cleansing, and moisturizing for maintaining healthy and lustrous skin. Ingredients: Saponified oils of palm, flax, coconut, olive, avocado, and neem oils, purified water, our special blend of essential oils and nothing else.
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Louis Pasteur discovered pasteurization, the method of heating milk to kill harmful bacteria. Years later at the pasteurization institute, Elie Metchnikoff researched and discovered the health-promotion capabilities of lactobacillus bacteria when he observed that people who ate yogurt tended to live longer. More than 400 different kinds of bacteria live in our gastrointestinal tract. The body depends on beneficial bacteria to manufacture B vitamins as well as to produce lactase and other antibacterial substances. 60 to 70 MILLION AMERICANS SUFFER FROM DIGESTIVE DISEASES (According to the National Digestive Disease information clearinghouse in Bethesda, MD.) Commercial food processing procedures often destroy viable beneficial organisms, making it difficult for the body to maintain good intestinal flora. Even the majority of yogurt products no longer contain a viable acidophilus culture. Preservatives, additives, high-fat diets, alcohol, birth control pills, and stress can all result in poor intestinal flora. Antibiotic drugs are especially damaging to intestinal flora and kill all kinds of bacteria, both good and bad. The effects of antibiotic use on intestinal flora can last for weeks even after the drug is discontinued; often leading to yeast overgrowth, chronic infections, poor digestion, fatigue or allergies. Acidophilus supplements can reintroduce beneficial bacteria into the system. Important benefits of acidophilus supplementation can include:
Sources: Stay Healthy With Nutrition, Elson M. Haas, M.D.,
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-- Colicky babies cry constantly and hard at about the same time each day at least three days a week. Usually seen between 2 weeks and 6 months of age. -- Eliminating gas-producing foods and using supportive herbal or homeopathic therapies can help reduce or eliminate infantile colic. In addition, playing soft music, rocking the infant, or using "white noise" may be helpful in soothing the infant. Reducing stimuli and placing the infant in a dim, quiet room may help calm the baby. -- Herbs -- Unless otherwise indicated, teas should be made with 1 tsp. herb per cup of hot water. Steep covered 5 to 10 minutes for leaf or flowers, and 10 to 20 minutes for roots and may be given directly to the infant (1 tsp. before and after feedings) or drunk by the breast-feeding mother (1 cup three to six times per day). Both fennel and anise act as gastrointestinal relaxants and help expel gas. -- Warm baths may help relax and soothe colicky infants. Add 2 to 3 drops of lavender essential oil and/or chamomile essential oil to enhance the benefit. -- Clockwise abdominal massage may help relieve spasm and expel gas. Use Baby Massage Oil applied warm for extra help. -- Acidophilus (especially Bifidus spp.) can be given to both the breast-feeding mother and infant. Use 1 capsule with meals three times per day for adults; 1 capsule per day for infants (break capsule open and administer powder in divided doses throughout the day
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Aromatherapy Treatment for Arthritis The aromatherapy treatments for rheumatoid and osteoarthritis are similar and both will respond well to consistent treatment with essential oils. The oils selected for the Arthritis blend include those containing properties for
Consistent inhalation (via diffuser) as well as bath therapy, compresses and application as a body oil (diluted with carrier oil) are all recommended and should be done consistently. It is acceptable to use aromatherapy in conjunction with medication. Recommendations: Reduce the intake of red meats and refined foods; Evening Primrose Oil supplement for rheumatoid arthritis; improve digestion with digestive enzymes, apple cider vinegar; increase consumption of cold water fish.
Massage joints with Essential oils
(Body/Massage Oil: Arthri-Sore) ... EOs ease the
anti-inflammatory response in the body, making them especially useful in
treating back pain as well as arthritis and similar conditions. In addition,
there are a number of oils that have profound effects on the nervous system.
Stress overstimulates the sympathetic nervous system and forces the muscles
to tense up and, eventually, to shorten, adding to the pain of many
arthritic conditions.
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