Holistic Treatment for Ringworm
According to the Mayo Clinic, a ringworm is a contagious disease of the skin, hair or nails caused by fungi and characterized by ring-shaped discolored blotches on the skin. While ringworm is especially common in children, any person can be infected.
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Papaya
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A papaya tree A delicious tropical fruit that's not only great for eating but healing as well.
Gently rub a slice of papaya on the infected area. A paste made from dry papaya seeds and water can help heal the fungus as well.
Basil Leaves
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Juicing basil leaves are great for cooling and relaxing your skin. Juice a couple of handfuls of basil leaves and apply directly to the infected area two to three times a day.
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Mustard Seeds
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Seeds Mustard seeds are great for rashes too. Grind a hand full of mustard seeds into a powder. Add some water to the powder to make a paste. Mustard seeds are considered one of the most successful alternative remedies for ringworm.
Turmeric
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Herbs Raw turmeric juice can be taken internally or applied externally. Apply the juice to the infected area daily or add a little water and sip it with a desired sweetener of your choice.
Mud
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Cracked soil Applying a mud pack over the infected area can be very useful. The mud pack should be applied for 30 to 45 minutes twice a day to be effective.
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