How to Take Herbs to Treat Cellulitis
The use of herbal treatments for a multitude of medical conditions is extremely popular. Many swear by the effectiveness of herbs to treat everything from migraine headaches to foot fungus. The skin infection cellulitis is also believed to be managed well by the wise use of certain herbal remedies. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Take 500 to 1000 milligrams of echinacea two or three times a day. Echninacea is beneficial to the immune system. A topical creme containing echinacea may also be applied to the skin after cellulitis has healed to help guard against another attack.
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Try 200 milligrams of pycnogenol each day to aid in improving your skin's overall health. This particular herb is an extract obtained from the bark of certain pine trees.
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Add thyme to your diet in the amount of one to two grams per day. Thyme is one of many herbs that aid in healing skin. Be sure not to consume this herb when taking blood thinners, since thyme works as a blood-thinning agent itself.
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Consider taking 60 milligrams of gotu kola twice a day to help treat cellulitis. This herb is a stimulant which promotes skin health. Do not take gotu kola if you have hypertension or suffer from anxiety attacks.
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Prepare a sitz bath containing 100 grams of yarrow per every five gallons of water. Make sure the water is very warm and sit in the bath for at least 15 minutes to help with inflammation. Check with your physician before using this method.
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Make a paste of powdered goldenseal root and water to treat the skin. As with any substance, get approval from the physician treating your cellulitis before applying.
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Mix 50 grams of powdered fenugreek seed and a quart of very warm water. This combination will produce a thick paste that can be applied to the skin to promote healing. As always, check with your doctor before using any topical agent on infected skin.
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Purchase herbs from a reliable dealer. Some companies to consider buying from include Blessed Herbs, Tao of Herbs and Local Harvest. Visit their official Web sites to locate particular herbs (see Resources below).
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Tips & Warnings
Research any herb you are considering taking for cellulitis to make sure it will not negatively impact any other condition you have and that it will not interact negatively with any medicines you take.
