Late-Summer Surprises (and Natural Solutions)
Published 6 days ago • 1 min read
|
NatureMed Pulse
The Institute for Natural Medicine
Vol. 2, Issue 43
The Itch List: From Rashes to Fungus
Summer may be winding down, but the season isn’t finished leaving its mark. Lingering heat and humidity bring a wave of unwelcome surprises, like poison ivy, lice, and fungal foes (e.g., athlete’s foot). But for every nuisance in nature, there’s a natural answer. Instead of reaching for harsh treatments that can irritate, nature’s own medicine chest is chock-full of gentle remedies that work with your body.
|
|
|
Herbal Helpers for Poison Ivy
One brush with that telltale three-leaf cluster can turn a peaceful walk in the woods into days of misery. Poison ivy itself isn’t contagious, but its sticky urushiol oil spreads fast on skin, clothing, and gear. While that bottle of calamine lotion tucked beneath the sink feels like a familiar fix, it’s far from the only option. Herbal alternatives soothe irritation and promote healing.
If you’re enjoying this issue but don’t yet receive our updates, subscribe here to stay in the loop.
|
Kick Athlete’s Foot, Naturally
Pool days, beachside barbecues, and practically living in flip flops are some of summer’s simple pleasures. But they could leave feet vulnerable to an unwelcome guest: athlete’s foot. Despite its name, this fungal infection doesn’t just strike athletes—anyone with exposed toes in a warm, moist place is fair game. When infections keep coming back, underlying issues with gut health and diet may be at play.
A Head Start on Natural Lice Solutions
Back to school is a familiar ritual for parents, as they stuff backpacks with crisp notebooks and unbent binders. But even the most prepared kids can be blindsided by the dreaded lice notice.
Pharmacy shelves promise quick fixes with chemical-heavy shampoos and creams full of ingredients as off-putting as the lice themselves. Safer, non-toxic approaches can be just as effective, without compromising sensitive scalps.
In good health,
The NatureMed Pulse Team
The Institute for Natural Medicine is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to transforming health care by expanding public awareness on whole-person health. |
|
|
|
The Institute for Natural Medicine (INM)
Wholly committed to holistic health and wellness
The Institute for Natural Medicine is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to helping all people achieve their health goals. Our mission is to transform health care by increasing public awareness and understanding of whole person health. Contact us: info@naturemed.org
