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View Post: The Alternative Medicine Cabinet: Marigolds to Soothe Skin - Well ...
12 Nov 2009 by By ANAHAD O'CONNOR  
The Remedy: Marigold extract (Calendula). The Claim: It cures dermatitis. The Science: The standard course of treatment for dermatitis — a catch-all term for various types of skin inflammation — usually includes powerful antibiotics and ...
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View Post: Using Calendula As an Ingredient in Skin Care Products
4 Nov 2009
Calendula is often used in natural skincare products that address sensitive, dry, irritable skin as seen in conditions such as eczema, dermatitis and similar skin problems. Danny Siegenthaler is a doctor of traditional Chinese medicine ...
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View Post: How to Clear Acne With Herbal Treatments » Blog Archive » Acne ...
22 Nov 2009
It may also elicit immune reaction in form of allergic dermatitis or asthmatic attacks. Diisopropanolamine may release carcinogenic nitrosamine compounds. While, benzoyl peroxide can be used for short-term treatment of mild acne in the US, its long-term use has ... Natural alternatives to benzoyl peroxide are calendula or tea tree oil (Bassett et al. 1990). Psidium guajava and Juglans regia leaf extracts were found to be beneficial in treating acne (Qadan et al. 2005). ...
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View Post: The Herbal Wonders of Calendula
21 Oct 2009
A study in breast cancer patients receiving radiation therapy suggested that calendula ointment may be helpful in preventing skin dermatitis. In addition to its topical uses, calendula also acts as a digestive remedy when taken ...
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View Post: International Hypnosis Research Institute: Homeopathic medicines ...
1 Nov 2009
AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS: This review found preliminary data in support of the efficacy of topical calendula for prophylaxis of acute dermatitis during radiotherapy and Traumeel S mouthwash in the treatment of chemotherapy-induced ...
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View Post: A Parents Guide to Drug Abuse Prevention: Herbal Remedies
14 Nov 2009 by Theresa Snyder MS  
Dermatitis Periwinkle Detoxifier Aloe Vera, Ground Ivy, Plantain Diabetes - Alleviate Thirst Savory (Summer) Diabetes - Blood Sugar Reduction Broccoli, Ginseng, Green Tea, Lantana, Plantain, Sage Diabetes - Poor Circulation Evening .... Urinary Problems Calendula, Echinacea, Hydrangea, Oregano, Uva Ursi Urticaria Aloe Vera Uterine Cramps Valerian Vaginal Infection Aloe Vera Varicose Veins St. John's Wort Vertigo Ginkgo Virus Prevention Garlic, Lemon Balm, Tarragon ...
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View Post: How to Treat Diaper Rash: Natural Remedies for Diaper Dermatitis ...
5 Oct 2009
Calendula is another herb that is used to heal ailments of the skin. This flower, which is also known as marigold, contains flavonoids that offer protection from the damaging effects of free radicals. Calendula has anti-inflammatory and ...
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View Post: Healthy Hints » Blog Archive » Dermatitis: contact dermatitis ...
27 Oct 2009 by Simona  
The cause of seborrhoeic dermatitis remains unknown, although many factors have been implicated. The widely present yeast, Malassezia furfur (formerly known as Pityrosporum ovale), is involved, as well as genetic, environmental, hormonal, and immune-system factors. .... Vitamin B3, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Vitamin E; Green tea – antioxidants; Calendula; Aloe – external use. If pellagra is the cause, niacin is the specific treatment. Popularity: 15% [?] ...
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View Post: Topical Natural Treaments for Seborrheic Dermatitis, Dandruff ...
20 Jun 2008 by Dr. Nicole  
The best herbs to use topically for this condition are aloe vera, calendula, grindelia, comfrey, and stellaria to reduce itching. To kill the P. ovale yeast that is typically prevalent with seborrheic dermatitis, you can use anti-fungal ...
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9 Sep 2009 by kruidendoc   ...
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