As there are no upcoming classes scheduled for July and August, we at Naturopathic Women’s HealthCare send our wishes for a safe and healthy summer with some tips for fun in the sun. Everyone needs a good natural first aid kit to take to the beach, camping in the woods, or even in your own backyard.
Do-It-Yourself Natural Insect Repellant
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine (see article) found that soybean oil insect repellant was effective against biting mosquitos for over 90 minutes. Although the formula below needs to be reapplied every couple of hours for optimal protection, and is not designed for use in areas where insect-born illnesses are a high risk, it is an effective means for preventing mosquito bites without the exposure to neurotoxic compounds like DEET.
1 c. soybean oil
10 drops each of Geranium, Eucalyptus, Lavendar and Lemongrass essential oil
Mix and place into clean spray bottles. Reapply every 1.5-2 
hours while outdoors for maximum protection.
Homeopathic First Aid Kit
Aconite 30C: shock and trauma
Apis 30C: stings or bites, swelling, allergic reactions
Arsenicum 30C: vomiting and diarrhea, anxiety
Arnica 200C: bruising, injury, swelling
Belladonna 30C: fever, injuries with red,
hot swelling; acute ear infections
Bryonia 30C: flu, cough, gastritis
Cantharis 30C: mild burns, sunburn
Gelsemium 30C: flu symptoms
Ledum 200C: puncture wounds or cuts
Nux vomica 30C: nausea, headache
Rhus Tox 30C: poison oak or ivy, joint pain
All-Purpose Salve: topical healing aid for minor cuts and bruises.
Kits are available for sale through Naturopathic Women’s HealthCare. The homeopathic first-aid kit is meant for use in conjunction with medical care for minor ailments and is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent illness.
Enjoy the summer, and be well!
