Natural Remedies for Skin Infections ~ HEALTH and FITNESS

Normal skin resistance assures enough protection against the aggression of various bacteria and germs. But all defenses depend on the skin integrity since any skin lesions is a door open for unfriendly microorganisms that can spread and create severe skin infections such as furuncles or skin abscesses. Very often the skin condition depends on the proper functionality of the perspiration glands and the acid pH level. There is a wide range of viruses that create skin infections, but the most common are staphylococcus aureus and the alpha and beta streptococci. The regular treatment of the various skin infections is both local and general, depending very much on the nature of the virus that is identified as the cause. There are a large number of herbs and natural extracts that act as local stimulants of the skin defenses.

The herbal extract of the nut tree sprouts is a great local remedy used in the emergency treatment of skin infections. The nut tree extract has great healing, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties for infected wounds and eczemas; there are no side effects associated with its administration and it completely lacks interaction problems when used in combination with other synthesis drugs. The great therapeutic effect of this natural remedy lies in the high content of iodine, a substance that destroys any bacteria or virus when applied on the infected area. It is best to use nut tree sprouts extract prepared with glycerin and not alcohol. Keep in mind that no matter the cause of a skin infection, alcohol will destroy the germs but it will also severely damage the tissue, hindering recovery.

As for the general treatment that should stimulate the immune functions to fight skin infections from within, you may turn to Echinacea or sea buckthorn oil to increase the white cell production. Both herbal extracts have an immediate impact on the body defenses, with Echinacea acting as a natural antibiotic and sea buckthorn as a revitalizing principle. Neither of these two products is recommended to pregnant women, therefore, should you develop any skin infections during pregnancy, you'll have to address your health care provider for assistance and advice.