MISSION,
Kan., June 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- (Family
Features) Natural and plant-based remedies have been around for
centuries, and for everyday treatments like minor cuts, scrapes and
rashes, they can have real benefits. In fact, the global herbal
medicine market is expected to reach $342
billion by 2030, according to a forecast by Research and
Markets.
In North America, a green
movement is spurring a large share of this growth, with consumers
more inclined toward natural and plant-based medicines. Concerns
about side effects, long-term impact and safety also affect the
choices people are making when it comes to treating their medical
concerns.
"Natural and plant-based remedies have been around for
centuries, treating everything from common cold symptoms to
dressing wounds and caring for injuries," said Dr. Billy Goldberg, a New York
Times' bestselling author and emergency room physician. "As
people increasingly turn to more natural tried-and-true
ingredients, some companies are taking note and beginning to
incorporate them into products that provide the healing power of
nature."
Goldberg and the first-aid experts at CURAD, which have made
adhesive bandages since 1951, offer these suggestions for natural
common ingredients that can help protect your health:
Vitamin E – Studies by the National Institute on Health
have shown that vitamin E helps soothe and support skin during the
healing process. Vitamin E may also help promote immunity and
prevent arterial blood clots.
Aloe Vera – Few things soothe sunburn like aloe
vera. With analgesic, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties,
aloe vera gel helps reduce pain and inflammation. Also helpful in
the healing process of cuts and scrapes, the CURAD Naturals line of
adhesive bandages are infused with aloe vera in the wound pad and
surface of the bandage, which is enriched with the antioxidant
vitamin E to help soothe and moisturize skin.
Garlic – Used for centuries for wound healing,
garlic extract has been found to improve healing time and decrease
rate of infection. Ingesting garlic may also head off symptoms of
the common cold and help reduce blood pressure.
Baking Soda – Bicarbonate of soda, commonly known as
baking soda, can be used for more than baking. From removing stains
to cleaning teeth and more, it can also be used to help treat a
variety of wounds. In addition to being an odor absorber, it can be
applied to insect stings and bites, such as those from bees or
mosquitoes.
Whether making a paste using baking soda and water then applying
to the bite or using an option like CURAD Naturals adhesive
bandages featuring baking soda, the chemical compound can help
soothe skin. In addition to absorbing wound odor, the bandages
provide skin-friendly comfort and stretch with a four-sided seal to
keep dirt and germs out.
Honey – Sweet and highly acidic, honey's antioxidant,
antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties make it a good
choice for dressing wounds since it encourages healing and prevents
infections. Honey may also help soothe coughs.
Charcoal – Activated charcoal may have an antibacterial
effect by absorbing harmful microbes from wounds. Similarly, it can
be used to treat poisoning or drug overdose and may help with
digestive problems. It's also thought to play a role in lowering
cholesterol and improving kidney function, and some dental care
products use it as a whitening agent.
Learn more about natural health care and first-aid products at
CURAD.com.
Michael French
mfrench@familyfeatures.com
1-888-824-3337
editors.familyfeatures.com
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