(Natural News) People are quick to dismiss wounds, especially if they do not appear threatening. Little do people know that open wounds, when left untreated, could lead to severe infections. According to the Wound Care Centers (WCC), infected wounds are caused when the body’s immune system is overwhelmed by bacterial growth. Data from the WCC revealed that […]

(Natural News) Profuse bleeding from various causes — such as gashes, cuts, and surgical wounds — are an awful sight. The use of different clotting agents such as hemostats, chitosan patches, and tourniquets help ease the uncontrolled bleeding. Hemostat and Chitosan for uncontrolled bleeding Hemostatic dressings and chitosan patches keep profuse bleeding at a minimum. Hemostatic […]

(Natural News) In a SHTF situation, it is important to avoid things that could cause injuries or diseases since these could significantly diminish your chances of survival. Although most health problems are not immediately fatal, they are often accompanied by pain, which adds to the pile of things that you should worry about. Without proper care and attention, pain […]

(Natural News) With the emergence of microbial species resistant to antimicrobial drugs, the search for alternative sources of antibacterial and antifungal compounds has become a top priority. Researchers from Quad-i-Azam University proposed that the leaves of Parrotiopsis jacquemontiana (Decne) Rehder are potential sources for potent antibacterial and antifungal agents that the world needs. Infectious diseases, which are […]

(Natural News) A study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, showed the potential of Haliotis diversicolor shell in treating burns. The group of researchers, which was composed of scientists from National Sun Yat-sen University, I-Shou University, and China Medical University, looked into the effects of H. diversicolor on in vivo and in vitro models for […]

(Natural News) Diabetes-related problems are not just limited to high glucose levels. There are also many complications, such as foot ulcers, that diabetic patients have to be aware of so that they can effectively treat it when the need arises. With the many available treatments for foot ulcers, it is good to know the most […]

(Natural News) A study made by researchers from the University of Johannesburg has shed light on the therapeutic effect of plants commonly used by a rural group in South Africa. To answer for the lack of access to healthcare facilities and traditional medicine, they have resorted to using medicinal plants — with great effect. The team was able to […]

(Natural News) Lavender oil is known for its relaxing effects, however, it is more than just that. Lavender oil can actually be used for treating wounds, according to a study. Researchers at Morinomiya University of Medical Sciences in Japan looked at the effect of lavender oil on various stages of wound healing and its molecular mechanism. […]

(Natural News) The future of burn treatment may be in flaxseed oil, according to a study made by researchers from the Université des Frères Mentouri Constantine 1 in Algeria. The paper, titled “Evaluation of crude flaxseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) oil in burn wound healing in New Zealand rabbits,” looked at the properties of the plant-based oil in treating […]

(Natural News) The unfortunately named asthma plant (Euphorbia hirta) is a hairy herb that is often seen in the open grasslands of India and Australia. But a Bangladeshi study showed that this humble plant could help heal wounds in diabetic animals. The high blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes cause the formation of advanced glycation end products […]