Skin is a very important subject and taking care of it can sometimes be confusing. With the plethora of information at our disposable, sometimes knowing exactly what would work for particular skin types and issues can sometimes be daunting. Its even worse when suffering from certain skin conditions. Some suffer from incredibly sensitive skin; for others, its much worse than that. Some have skin conditions that make their skin incredibly irritable and even painful. One skin condition that falls into this category is called eczema. Eczema's technical term is atopic dermatitis. It presents itself as clusters of inflamed or irritated skin.
There are mild and extreme cases of this skin condition, but it mostly takes place in those who are susceptible to certain allergies such as asthma and hay fever. The affected skin looks red or darker than the unaffected skin, and seems to be raised or appear rough. It can be incredibly irritating because it itches. Scratching only makes it worse and can even leave unsavory marks on the skin. Because of the way that this specific allergy manifests itself, treating and getting rid of this skin condition can seem really difficult. But there are natural ways to help remedy these rashes.
One thing to keep in mind about eczema is that it comes and goes, just like allergies do depending on the seasons. Usually the triggers for eczema are stress and nutrient related. Though there are many creams and lotions marketed specifically for those who suffer from eczema, they are not necessarily the most natural options. The first thing that should be addressed is the type of diet of the sufferer. There is an intrinsic tie to the gut and eczema. Those who consume a lot of sugar and dairy may have an allergy to it that doesn't manifest any other way than intermittent, annoying eczema.
One great way to right the internal flux of the body and digestion system is by taking apple cider vinegar. This stuff is really the Holy Grail and corrects and helps many health issues. Start taking two tablets of apple cider twice a day and you will be amazed at how it helps clear up your eczema from the inside out. Stick with the tablets though, the actual liquid that comes in bottle form is too harsh to swallow by itself.
For those who are dealing with the irritation of their inflamed skin, coconut oil is a multi-purpose, great remedy for eczema-ridden skin. The elements present in coconut oil will help cool the agitated rash and will even help with reducing the inflammation. The one thing to really keep in mind is to not let the eczema go untreated and continue to dry out and get worse. Make sure to treat the condition both internally and externally in order to really find long-term relief.
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