Natural Eczema Treatments – Fact Or Fiction?

Although there is no known cure for eczema, that fact should not dishearten us. Eczema is a manageable condition and there is a tremendous amount that we can do, either alone or in partnership with our health provider.

It is believed that the condition has its origin in genes we inherit from our parents. If you have eczema there is a very good chance that other members of your immediate family will also have the condition, or something related to eczema like hay fever, or other allergic conditions. It is believed that a small genetic imbalance or defect leaves the skin susceptible to allergic reaction.

There are simple medical tests that can be done to isolate substances that produce an allergic reaction in the skin. This is worthwhile knowledge and will help us to avoid contact with known allergens. We also need to look at our diet, as some foods can be the basis of allergic reaction. Some of the commonly known ‘villains’ (though not in everyone), are peanuts, shellfish, eggs, oranges, lemons and even strawberries and tomatoes. Food preservatives may also play a part. Nut allergies can be very extreme in some people and have been known to kill. In others the humble nut may just cause a flare up of eczema.

It has been suggested that if you’re serious about getting to the bottom of your eczema you should keep a diary of your eating habits and the state of your eczema at the same time. Not wishing to over simplify, but if you eat shellfish, say once a week, which is then followed by a flare up of your eczema, try cutting out the shellfish. This is very much a trial and error way of approaching things but it does work.

As well as tracking down the edible triggers of eczema we should also look at external allergens. Possible culprits are soaps, shampoos, washing powders and lots of other common products. We are surrounded by chemical compounds in so many products, so much so that it can be difficult to know where to start. A good tip here is to change your soaps, skin creams and shampoos etc, as you run out, with natural organic alternatives. We are going to get mixed results from most of the things we do because there are things that we can’t change. Hydrocarbons from vehicle exhausts are a good example, but even here all is not lost. One allergen can interact with others causing a problem that may not be noticeable if only one component is present. A good natural moisturiser can provide a barrier effect against airborne chemical allergens as well as bacterial and viral invasion.

It’s very important to use a natural moisturiser regularly because very dry skin can be the portal for bacterial or viral infections, many of which can be very serious. We need to keep clean, so bathing is important, but don’t bathe for long periods in hot water, as this is counterproductive. Natural eczema treatments along with common sense are two of the most powerful weapons we possess and should not be overlooked.

People with severe eczema have improved their situation by following the tips detailed above. A much more in-depth explanation of how they did this is available here with other valuable resources.

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