NATURAL HEALTH & HEALING Vol. 2 No. 1 * September 2008

Caring for the SkinOur Skin is our body’s covering. The epidermis is the medical name for the skin. It has 7 layers: stratum corneum, (sensual layer), stratum lucidum (clear layer), stratum granulose (granular layer), stratum spinosom (prickle cell layer), & strartum basale (basal cell layer).To maintain healthy skin or to heal skin problems the following foods, exercises, & remedies have been found helpful.Skin Health Concerns: Acne - Boils - Eczema - RashHealing Remedies (external uses): Aloe Vera, Castor Oil, Shea ButterFOODS THAT HEALCANTALOUPEUses: acne, allergies, rashes, & skin softenerNutritional Value: Vitamin A - Vitamin C - Vitamin B 9 (Folic Acid)Calcium - Magnesium - Phosphorus - Potassium – SodiumCRANBERRIESalterative - diureticUses: asthma, bladder, bladder problems, burning sensation when urinating,edema, kidneys, intestinal antiseptic, urethra problems, urinary tract infection,urinary tract stones, skin rash, toxic blood, & weight loss.Nutritional Value: Vitamin A - Vitamin C - SulfurSTRAWBERRIESalterativeUses: acne, anemia, arthritis, cancer, constipation,gout, herpes, hypertension, kidney stones, & viruses.Nutritional Value: Vitamin C - Folic Acid - Potassium - FiberPAPAYAcaminative - demulcent - laxative - tonic – stimulantUses: asthma, back pain, colon disorders, chronic illness, convalescence,cough, digestive problems, pancreas, regulates sugar metabolism,spleen disorders, intestinal worms, & ring worm.Nutritional Value: Vitamin A , & B12 - Calcium - Magnesium - PotassiumPapaya’s Inner Skin – rub on skin for eczema & dermatitis.CABBAGEanti-bacterial - anti-viralUses: asthma, blood purifier, eczema, eye disease,gangrene, heartburn, infections, rashes, rheumatism,scurvy, tuberculosis, ulcers, & warts.Nutritional Value: Vitamins A - Vitamin C - Calcium - Sodium - SulfurTEA THERAPYRED TEA (roobois)Aspalathus linearisUses: Digestive Aid - Insomnia – Irritability – Headaches -Nervous Tension – Hypertension - Pregnancy – Lactation - Skin ConditionsNutritional Value: Iron, Potassium, Calcium, Zinc, Magnesium,Fluoride, Manganese, & Sodium.Parts Used: LeavesPreparation Method: 1. Infusion2. Serve alone or with a slice of lemon.3. For extra flavor add honey &/or soy milk.Habitat: Mountains of South AfricaNote: Caffeine FreeBURDOCKArctium lappaUses: Arthritis - Blood Purifier - Cystitis - Gall Bladder -Gout - Hair Growth - Itchy Scalp –Kidney Stones –Liver - Skin Problems (acne, eczema) - SpleenParts Used: RootPreparation Method: DecoctionNutritional Value: Biotin, Copper, Iron, Manganese, Sulfur, Zinc,Vitamins B1, B6, B12, & Vitamin E.Habitat: Asia, Europe & America (well-drained soil; woodland areas).Burdock is also known as beggar's button & Niu Bang Zi (Chinese name).AROMATHERAPYIncense/Oil/Flower: Chamomile (Matricaria recututa)Aroma: Sweet-AppleAction: relaxes the body, calms the mind, & opens the spirit.Habitat: Northern Africa & Europe

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