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Finally Revealed: Natural Remedies for Eczema That Won't Cost You a Cent

Finally Revealed: Natural Remedies for Eczema That Won't
Cost You a Cent

By Wilhelm Greffrath

Many eczema sufferers the world over have been treated with prescription drugs to get their eczema under control without having long term results. Potent topical applications like corticosteroids and immunomodulators are very effective immediately and in the short term, but rarely provided a long term solution for eczema sufferers. All eczema sufferers should know that there are many natural remedies for eczema that can be implemented without needing a prescription drug and that do not have the undesirable side effects of corticosteroids. In this article you will learn about some of the more poplar natural remedies as an alternative to prescription medicine.

The cornerstone of any natural approach to treating eczema is moisturisation. You must keep your skin moisturised with topical emollients such as creams, lotions or oils that keep the skin moisturised and soothed. Emollients are easily obtainable form any health shop, pharmacy and even supermarkets. At first you may need to try a few out until you find the one that you like most. Remember that your skin could be sensitive to certain preservatives, colourants and perfumes so have a close look at the ingredients lable before you buy. Go for the ones that have the simplest formulations without the abovementioned additives.

A popular natural remedy for eczema that is said to have many advantages is coconut oil. Extra virgin and organic coconut oil is said to be the most effective. Some of the various advantages of coconut oil include the protection of the skin against the sun, prevents dryness and flaking of the skin, softens the skin, assist the immune system and combats inflammation.

Oatmeal baths are also reported to be very effective as a natural remedy for eczema. You can use the normal rolled oats found in the cereal section at the supermarket, or go for branded products like Aveeno. Draw yourself a warm bath and add about two cups of oats. Get in and soak for a while. This is great for soothing a dry, itchy and inflamed skin. When you get out, remember to pat yourself dry gently with a soft towel as not to dry the skin out completely. Then immediately after drying apply an emollient to lock in the moisture from the bath.

Oatmeal bats, coconut oil and emollients are natural remedies for eczema applied topically onto the skin. There are of course other natural remedies for eczema in the form of nutrients and supplements that can be taken to work from the inside of the body.

Zinc: This metal plays an important role in the maintenance of good healthy skin and promotes the healing of wounds. You can ask your pharmacist for a zinc supplement or eat a lot of the following foods; oysters, pumpkin seeds, pulses, shellfish, nuts and dairy.

Brewer's Yeast: Major source of vitamins and trace elements available at any pharmacy and health shop.

Vitamin E: For extra vitamin E in your diet eat more avocado, nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables and whole wheat foods. There is also an easy way; vitamin E capsules are freely available form any pharmacy or health shop.

For those who have lost all faith in prescription drugs to treat their eczema there are quite a few alternatives to consult in the form of natural remedies to get their eczema under control. Many natural remedies are also focused on the prevention of eczema rather than the short term treatment of symptoms and this can be done by some people by simple altering their diets. An extra bonus of natural remedies is that they don't have unwanted side effects and will probably cost less too. Consult with your pharmacist to help you choose the correct emollient and supplements that best suit you.