Chilblains:
• Chilblains are painful, reddish swellings on the skin • They occur due to exposure to excessive cold
Symptoms to look for:
• They usually occur on areas prone to becoming cold like: o Toes o Fingers o Nose o Ear lobes • Sometimes it may affect: o Heels o Lower legs o Thighs
Causes:
• Blood vessels beneath the skin narrow when skin becomes cold • Vessels expand when skin warms • This leads to leakage from blood vessels causing chilblains
Natural home remedy using onion:
1. Take 1 bowl of crushed onion 2. Press it on a sieve and extract its juice 3. Apply juice on the affected area
Natural home remedy using potato and salt:
1. Take a potato slice 2. Sprinkle it with salt 3. Rub the salted side on the affected area
Natural home remedy using lemon:
1. Take juice of ½ lemon 2. Rub on affected toes and fingers
Tips:
• Massage your toes and fingers to improve blood circulation • Wear warm clothes in cold weather • Keep your head and ears warm • Do not heat the skin immediately if you've been out in the cold
These remedies are based on the principles of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of healing, and are completely natural, non-invasive, and can be prepared at home. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist. Refer to the terms of use. |
