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Tips and Guidelings To Burn Prevention

Burns - Part 3

Dr. Edward F.Group III, DC, Ph.D, ND, DACBN

Most burns can be prevented by following general safety guidelines.

• Never smoke in bed.
• Make sure smoke detectors are installed and in working order.
• Make a fire escape plan and make sure the entire family knows the plan.
• Keep a fire extinguisher in the kitchen and know how to use it. Avoid fireworks.

Children are especially susceptible to burns, so parents must be especially careful to protect them from harm. Never hold a hot beverage when carrying a child. Be sure to push hot foods and appliances away from counter or table edges to prevent access by toddlers. Always turn pan handles toward the inside of the stove. Water heaters should be set at 120º F or the "warm" setting. Before getting in or putting your child in a bath or shower always test the water with your finger first. Better yet, use a bath thermometer before placing the child in the tub. Never leave a child unattended in the bathtub because she may turn the water to hot. Teach children to "Stop, Drop and Roll" in case their clothing catch on fire.

In the event of a burn, immediately apply clean cold packs and cover the burn to decrease risk of bacterial infection. For (minor) first degree burns, cool with cold water, not ice or ice water. Consult a doctor if the burn is larger than the size of the burn victim's palm. Consult a doctor if it is not healed in 24 hours.

First degree burns are limited to the outer layer of the skin, causing it to be dry, red and painful, but without blistering. After the burn victim has been removed from the source of the burn, if he has a minor burn, you should soak it in cold water for about fifteen minutes, by placing it under running tap water or by covering the area with a cold, clean, wet towel. You should not put ice, butter, or any ointments on the burn and do not break any blisters that have formed. If possible, remove burned clothing or cut it away. Next, place a sterile dressing over the burned area and call a doctor for further instructions, especially for second or three degree burns.

Serious burns and burns that cover a large area of the body should be treated by a medical professional immediately. In these situations, you may just want to cover the burns with a clean dry sheet until emergency personnel arrive.

As always, it is good to give the body what it needs to help fight any infection and to strengthen the skins ability to heal faster. By supplying the right nutrients, you give the body and the skin what it needs to heal faster if in case of contact with any substance that causes burns.

Below are the most common substances that have helped other burn victims:

Colloidal Silver is a natural antibiotic and disinfectant. When properly prepared, colloidal silver is presented as a completely non-toxic, broad spectrum germ fighter and disinfectant. Use as needed for minor cuts, abrasions, rashes and other minor skin irritations or as instructed by your health care provider.

Free-Form Amino Acid is important for healing tissues.

Potassium Orotate is needed to replace potassium lost from burns. (Call 713.476.0016 to special order)

Vitamin B Complex speeds healing.

Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids is an antioxidant essential for building collagen.

Vitamin E is needed for healing and to prevent scarring.

Essential Fatty Acids speeds healing.

Aloe Vera relieves burn pain and speeds healing. Historically Aloe is used to soothe inflammation, help heal wounds and burns, and support healthy blood sugar levels

Calendula, applied topically, is an effective anti-inflammatory and antiseptic.

Goldenseal is a natural antibiotic.

Burn Gel ointment has been used consistently. It is all natural, safe and a highly effective homeopathic medicine for relief of minor burns and scalds or for moisturizing irritated skin areas. Medicine from Nature homeopathic formulas are based on a natural medical science that works with your body to stimulate your own natural defenses.

Use Tea Tree Oil for general first aid uses such as cuts, burns, abrasions, insect bites, bee stings, rashes, impetigo, boils, sinus problems, sore throat, thrush, fingernail and toenail infections.

• anxiety
• Impetigo
• Ozonated olive oil
• Sore throat

Comfrey Ointment has long been a favorite for herbalists in its topical applications. Traditionally, it is used in the relief of pain from minor burns, diaper rash, abrasions, cuts and stings.

Yew promotes healing of wounds, rashes, burns, bug bites, and problem skin.

Emu Oil is a natural skin softener and protector. Emu Oil supports skin hydration & elasticity. Improves skin surface blood flow & healing.

Virgin Coconut oil has been very affective in treating burns. It is extracted from with a simple technique which has been used for centuries by the natives in the Philippines. This product is 100% pure and can be used in recipes or applications which call for pure coconut oil.

Lavender oil is strong antimicrobial and antibacterial and helps to heal wounds. As aromatherapy, lavender oil helps to calm anxiety and stress.

Homeopathic Cantharis - Take a 30C potency 4 to 6 times daily for acute burns, including sunburns.

Zinc - 30 mg two times daily with 2 mg of copper to promote skin healing.

Manuka Honey - Applied to burns helps to speed healing and prevent infections.

Propolis - A bee product that speeds healing and prevents secondary infections. Usually available as a spray, salve or tincture.

O2-Zap - Ozonated olive oil. Provides oxygen for healing.

Antioxidant Complex - Will neutralize free radical damage as the result of burns, including sunburns.

Parfait Visage - Provides nourishment to the skin and will help with scarring.

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• Ozonated olive oil

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