Best Herbal and Ayurvedic Cure to Treat Eczema

Best Herbal and Ayurvedic Cure to Treat Eczema

Neurodermatitis is a skin disease that is observed as peeling of the skin, usually accompanied by severe itching. In the chronic stages, there may be pus discharge and bleeding from the affected areas. It is also commonly referred to as dermatitis.

In Ayurveda, eczema is known as Vicharchika. It is caused by disruption of all three doshas – Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Eczema is an infectious disease. It can spread from one person to another. It has been found to run in families. Especially if you have an allergy, you are more likely to develop eczema. Other factors that can cause eczema include age, climate, diet, stress and skin condition. Eczema is more common during puberty and menopause.

Useful herbs for treating eczema

– Babul (Acacia arabica) The bark of the Babul tree is effective in treating eczema. It is boiled in water and the fumes are used to stoke the affected areas.

– Butea (Butea monosperma) In the treatment of skin diseases such as eczema, the seeds of the Butea tree are useful. The seeds of Butea are mixed with lime water and applied to the affected regions to provide desired benefits.

– Flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum) Flaxseeds are applied to the affected areas in the form of their oil mixed with lime water. This is effective in treating many skin conditions including eczema.

– Madhuca (Madhuca indica) Madhuca leaves are used to extract Madhuca oil. This is applied to the regions where the eczema has appeared to provide relief.

Dietary treatments for eczema

The following nutritional rules are very important for eczema patients:

– Salt must be reduced in the diet.

– Acidic foods must be avoided. This includes all cucumbers, quark, etc.

– Bitter taste is useful. These are obtained from vegetables such as bitter gourd, bitter gourd and neem tree flowers.

– Turmeric has a calming effect on the skin. It must be used generously to season dishes. Turmeric is also useful when applied topically to affected areas.

Ayurvedic treatments for eczema

Neurodermatitis is a constitutional disease. The cause lies deep in the body. Therefore, external medications are not effective for eczema. With such medications, the external symptoms may disappear, but the underlying cause remains. Ayurveda attempts to cure eczema at its roots. The method used is an elaborate process to purify the individual's blood.

The different steps are:-

a) Snehana – This method oils the skin, i.e. makes it smooth with oily preparations. b) Swedana – This method causes sweating, which removes the toxins from the blood. c) Panchkarma – These are the five steps to improve blood. These include Vamana (Vomiting), Virechana (Purification), Vasti (Enema), Siro-Virechana (Errhines) and Rakta Mokshana (Bloodletting).

The following Ayurvedic preparations are used in the treatment of eczema:-

All eczema patients are prescribed one teaspoon of Panchatikta ghritam twice daily and one tablet of Arogyavardhini three times daily.

Additionally, a dose of 50 milligrams of Chaturmukha Rasa with gold is prescribed, which needs to be taken twice a day along with 15 milliliters of Khadirarishta thrice a day. All treatments must be continued for one month.

Doctors would suggest massaging the area with Mahamarichyadi taila or Guduchyadi taila.

Home remedies for eczema

– Applying wild almond juice (Terminalia catapa) to the affected areas provides relief.

– An emulsion can be made from the seeds of Karanja (Pongamia pinnata) and lemon juice. This is very beneficial when applied externally.

– An ointment is made from one part sesame oil, sixteen parts Arka (Calatropics gigantica) and one part turmeric. This should be applied externally.

– Prepare a brew from the peel of the banyan tree. Both drinking this concoction and applying it topically to the affected areas show promising results.

– Take one teaspoon of Panchanimbadi Choorna, available in all Ayurveda outlets, after meals.

There are some other preventive methods that are necessary for people with eczema. These are listed below:-

– Soap should not be used over the affected areas. Mild soaps can be used, but it's best to avoid them. Hot water may not be used for baths. Adding a little olive oil to the water helps.

– If the skin over the affected part is excessively dry, a ghee or oil massage will help. This will prevent the skin from breaking out.

– People with neurodermatitis should make sure that their body does not suffer from sudden weather extremes. Therefore, traveling must be done with caution.

– The products made from wool are not good for skin affected by eczema. Therefore, people with neurodermatitis must avoid blankets and sweaters made of wool.

– People with neurodermatitis must be careful not to sweat excessively. Sweat can irritate eczema.

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