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Toxic Indoor Plants – What You Should Know

House plants can be very beneficial in our homes and lives. They can purify our homes and turn it into a healthy environment. However, there are some toxic plants that can be harmful to our pets and our children if kept in the home. It is advisable, to hang these kind of toxic plants.

Consider educating yourself with gardening and all the different types of indoor plants available. Buy a plant book. This will help you to gain knowledge on what are the best and safest indoor plants. Go to your local library and look at books there. Search the internet for information about toxic plants too.

Learn about the dangers of plants and consider the facts. Plants get bugs. Early detection and prevention of this is important or it may be too late. Act quickly by getting advice from a gardener or someone at a nursery shop.

Here is a list of names that are dangerous to keep as indoor plants:

1. Caladiums – Can be a danger for skin irritants and are poisonous if ingested. This is a tropical plant that can be grown indoors or outdoors.

2. Dieffenbachia – If animals eat any of the leaves on this plant, they are very liable to suffocate from the closing of their throat. Also, dangerous for small children.

3. English Ivy – Spider mites can become attached to this plant. Keep away from children and animals if grown indoors.

4. Poinsettias – The greatest risk is a skin reaction to the plant’s milky white sap. This is called contact dermatitis, and it can occur in people who are naturally sensitive to plants in Euphorbia genus. It is best to avoid the sap whenever possible and to wash the hands thoroughly after touching. Also, eating the leaves may result in stomach ache, but this is most likely true of any plant and some house plants are more dangerous. Keep away from children and teach them not to go near plants and eat leaves from them.

In most cases, there are many poisonous shrubs, and it is best always to be more cautious, especially if you have small children. Some shrubs bear poisonous berries or seeds, whilst with others, it may be toxic leaves or roots or bark that present a danger. Still other shrubs may have multiple poisonous parts.

You have to learn to avoid these areas of plants by seeking the correct advice from a qualified gardener. This can be done quite easily by just going to a garden shop and asking for expert advice.

Also, do not use strong, synthetic pesticides like malathion inside your home. It is dangerous for pets and young children that touch nearly everything in sight. It is important to understand that some of these, too, can pose a toxic threat. Be warned about this. If you have to use a pesticide, then Neem is the safest form. Neem is considered an organic, biological pest control and it is the best one if you have pets around and young children.

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by Pierce Farm Watch

Eczema is one of the most common diseases in the western world which is mainlybecause oftheincreasingamount of contacteczema due to additives in cremes and soaps etc.

Overall eczema is a condition with inflammation of the dermis and epidermis where white blood cells migrate up through the dermis to the epidermis causing a type IV hypersensitive reaction (= an inappropriate immunologic reaction characterized by a cellular response) which causes a destroyed barrier function which in turn results in dehydration and decreased ability to protect the body.

Eczema can be divided into types by location and triggering causes or into acute and chronic eczema.

Eczema can be caused by allergy or irritants (E.g. frequent hand wash) and endogen factors causing the body to react to these factors.

Acute eczema is characterizedby distinct itching, erythema, oedema, papules andvesicles whereas chronic eczema is characterized by desquamation, fissures, keratoses, dryness and stiffness

When it comes to treating an eczema the most important thing is to eliminate the triggering causes and next to reestablish the barrier function. Therefore it is highly important to apply skin care products regularly. And it has to be a thick moisturizer the minimize the water content.

Additional treatment includes focally applied steroids and in case of a secondary infection: antimicrobial products, antibiotics and desinfecting red baths.

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by Juan Antonio Cap

Eczema is a skin condition that includes dryness, redness, blistering, flaking, itching, swelling or bleeding. It is a very painful and irritating condition that affects many people and is most common in babies and children. While it is not contagious, prevention and treatment of this condition through natural means can greatly benefit your quality of life.

The two main types of eczema are Atopic and Contact dermatitis. Atopic is a disease that is believed to be hereditary and runs in the family. Contact dermatitis is often a delayed reaction to an external irritant or allergen such as poison ivy or certain kinds of soaps. Some less common forms of eczema include:

? Dyshidrosis which occurs on palms, soles and fingers.
? Discoid – appears on lower legs.
? Venous – in people with impaired circulation and adema in the ankle area.
? Dermatitis herpetiformis – occurs on arms, thighs, knees and back.
? Neurodermatitis – a patch caused by continual itching or rubbing
? Autoeczematization – a reaction to infection , virus or parasites.

The most common natural cure for eczema is as simple as the sun. Sunlight contains UV rays which aid in the healing process. It attacks T cells that cause redness. It also helps to burn off the ‘scales’ or dead skin cells. While sunbathing can be a great benefit getting too much sun can be just as harmful as it is to others not suffering from eczema. This may lead to other conditions namely skin cancer. Please, as always, sunbathe in moderation.

Keeping your skin moisturized is also important. Use natural oils such as aloe vera and especially coconut oil. Try to stay away from deodorant soaps, perfumes or powders. Using a cleanser other than soap can be greatly beneficial. If you have to use a soap use one that is rich in goats milk. It is also recommended that you do not use a loofah or wash cloth when you bathe. Don’t scrub your skin when you dry off, pat dry only. Petroleum used on the skin after a bath will help prevent anything from entering into the skin.

Herbs can also play an important part. Apply a nutmeg paste directly to the skin. One teaspoon of sandlewood mixed with one teaspoon of camphor can also be applied to the infected area. Another sure fire way to clear up an eczema is a mixture of mustard oil and margosa leaves. Boil the leaves and mustard oil together and apply to the body four times daily.

There are many ways to a natural cure for eczema. The best way to determine what is right for you is trial and error. Everyone’s body reacts differently and what doesn’t work for you may work for someone else. As always a healthy diet can greatly improve certain skin conditions. Taking a close look at what you eat determines whether or not your condition comes from something in your diet or if it’s from an external source such as perfumes or even plants. Finally, drink lots and lots of water. Water is essential and cleans most of the body’s impurities.

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by Kerry Buckley

All About Eczema
Eczema is known to be a skin disease which includes dryness and repetitive

skin rashes that are a result of many causes. This disease can happen to any

one regardless of age. This is more prevalent among girls compared to boys.

It happens in almost all races. Eczema is common even in infants and older

children. The most common type of eczema is a topic dermatitis.
Eczema Symptoms
Eczema on the other hand, has a direct relation to ongoing stress and

allergies. The symptoms of it include redness, itching, thickening of the

skin affected, which appears mostly on the face, elbows, knees and arms.

Eczema can appear in many ways such as wet and dry eczema. Cracking and

weeping can also happen to the skin affected. The disease can also cause skin

discoloration of the affected areas. Eczema is often associated with

dermatitis. When the affected portion is scratched, the rash tends to worsen

and can spread.
Types of Eczema
The common types of eczema are the following: atopic eczema, contact

dermatitis, xerotic dermatitis and seborrhoeic dermatitis. Atopic eczema is

an allergic condition which is acquired through heredity; it mostly runs in

families who have asthma. The usual symptoms include an itchy rash on the

neck, head and scalp, elbows, at the back of the knees and buttocks.

Modernized countries are predominantly affected by this condition.
Contact dermatitis has many causes (Allergens). Some of these include nickel,

which would be known as an allergic reaction. A direct response to a

detergent, containing sodium lauryl sulfate, would be referred to as an

irritant.
These substances can perform as allergen or an irritant. One great example is

cement. Another cause could be sunlight exposure.
Xerotic eczema is a condition where the skin is dry, especially effecting

portions of the limbs and trunk. It gets worse during cold weather, probably

because of the drying effect of central heating. This may lead to eczema,

which is prevalent among older people. On the other hand, Seborrhoeic

dermatitis is a kind of eczema which results from dandruff. It produces oily

peeling on the scalp, eyebrows and at times in the face and trunk. This can

be cured. Eczema is often caused by asthma and other allergic conditions. In

addition, contact with the skin of soaps, cosmetics and detergents can also

be a cause of eczema.
The abnormal reaction of our immune system is one of the known reasons for it.

This can also be caused by scratching, house dust and mites. Eczema is

commonly diagnosed through physical examination and skin biopsy. The doctor

will identify if there are any abnormal reactions, to materials which a

patient may have contacted or have touched. Eczema can occur with other skin

diseases, infections or reactions to certain medical applications.
Treatment of Eczema
At this time, there is no direct cure for eczema. Prevention can be attempted,

and ointments and creams applied to soothe and heal. Corticosteroid creams

are suggested to lessen the inflammation of the skin. Before doing anything,

you need to consult your doctor, since the main goal in treating eczema is to

stop the itching and inflammation of the affected skin area. To treat Eczema

and its symptoms, such as an itchy rash, one only has to use some ingenuity

and common sense. One easy thing you can do is, to install a humidifier

during the winter.
You can also refrain from hot showers which dry and aggravate the skin.

Natural skin care products like Emu oil and essential oils can be very

healing and soothing for the itch and are also anti-inflammatory – for the

Eczema, this is especially true if they have no chemicals in them.

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by Eduardo Dios

Men and women, both use cosmetics. Women use more of color cosmetics that men dont. But men use many after shave lotions, moisturizers, creams and lotions on their face. We all want to look good and young. Some of the ingredients may cause skin problems that may take a long time to disappear after treatment. Isnt it better to know about them?

Skin Cosmetics And Allergies

Skin cosmetics may cause two types of allergies – Irritant Contact Dermatitis or Allergic Contact dermatitis. With irritant contact dermatitis, the inflammation of the skin develops because of contact with any ingredient. Suppose you touch an alkali, you will damage your skin. That is irritant contact dermatitis. No cosmetic contains such harmful ingredients, but even a most neutral material such as water can cause it in many people if they are in touch with it for long. With allergic contact dermatitis, you get an allergic flare up as soon as you come in contact with an ingredient. Why you develop that allergy and your friends do not is not known. There is another issue here, that of phototoxic materials. You are all right if you apply something and dont move out in the sun. As soon as you move out the material causes phototoxic reaction on the skin. Most of the pure and natural essential oils of the lime family cause that.

Skin Cosmetics- Which Of Them Should You Use?

Anytime you buy a cosmetic, read the label of ingredients carefully. If you know about any of them that may cause dermatitis in you, dont use that product. Always perform a small test by sing a new product first on the wrist and watch for reactions for twenty-four hours. Always buy hypoallergenic and anti comedogenic products. Identify all those ingredients that you are worried about and avoid any product that contains them. Save yourself from skin inflammations and colored patches and blisters.

This article is only for informative purposes. This article is not intended to be a medical advise and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor for your medical concerns. Please follow any tip given in this article only after consulting your doctor. The author is not liable for any outcome or damage resulting from information obtained from this article.

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