Guest guest Posted July 7, 2002 Report Share Posted July 7, 2002 Is there anything good to put on mosquito or spider bites to make them stop itching and heal quickly? Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2002 Report Share Posted July 7, 2002 Hello, Am new to group and enjoying it!! I found this recipe out by accident. I use the infused oils as a bug repellent but wanted a spray for a refresher when out in the woods gathering herbs. When I was bitten by a horse fly, nasty bites, I resprayed the area and within minutes the bite had disappeared, unheard of with these bites. Now I use it for all bites, works wonders!! recipe infusion of basil leaf and elder leaf. I use dried leafs. 1 tbles each, 6 ounces boiling water...(distilled) let set for 4 hours, strain, and add 15 drops each of essential oils of rosemary and lavender. Can add an additional 5 drops of basil essential oil for extra strength. I find that a few applications are all that is needed. I have used organic apple cider vinegar in the past, but needs to be applied within minutes of bite. blessings, Karleen iris054 wrote: > Is there anything good to put on mosquito or spider bites to make > them stop itching and heal quickly? > > Melinda > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2002 Report Share Posted July 7, 2002 Best thing i ever found was an ointment made in New Mexico that included juniper berries. Unfortunately we ran out and couldn't find any more. But you might be able to make up your own using a beeswax ointment base. I saw someone recommended elder flowers -- that sounds interesting, and i will have to try that. At 08:10 AM 7/7/02 -0000, you wrote: >Is there anything good to put on mosquito or spider bites to make >them stop itching and heal quickly? > >Melinda > -- Michael Riversong ** Professional Harpist, Educator, and Writer ** RivEdu ** Phone: (307)635-0900 FAX (413)691-0399 http://home.earthlink.net/~mriversong Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2002 Report Share Posted July 8, 2002 Dear Melinda, The absolute best is the inside pulp and gel from the prickly pear cactus. This will stop the itch in nanoseconds, and gives the fastest healing I've ever seen from any herb for this kind of problem. I mean it's almost unbelievable it's so fast. Fire Ants = Instantaneous relief. Same with Mosquito and spider bites. Love, Doc PS. And, it's FREE for the pickin' if you live anywhere in the south west ;o) Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington - iris054 herbal remedies Sunday, July 07, 2002 2:10 AM [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? Is there anything good to put on mosquito or spider bites to make them stop itching and heal quickly?Melinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2002 Report Share Posted July 8, 2002 Actually hon, it does. As a matter of fact, the main variety which grows there is a "freeze" resistant strain, and one of the most potent in the world. ) Love, Doc Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington - seifert925 herbal remedies Sunday, July 07, 2002 7:49 PM Re: [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? Yah sure Doc, like this grows in Oregon!? LOL, Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2002 Report Share Posted July 9, 2002 Dear Suz and all you other Northerners, You can always plant one of these babies in a pot and keep it indoors by a window. The Prickly Pear Cactus is very beautiful and makes a great indoor plant. Certain varieties can get very big so after a year or two you may have some cutting back to do, but it's well worth it. They grow all over the place in Florida, and also the South, Southwest and the Western Coastal States. When I lived in Florida, I ended up shipping at least a dozen of them to list members as I had them growing all over my property there. Where I am now, they're a little scarce and I hoard what I have. Renee (a list member) lives in Arizona and might be willing to take over this "hat". I'm sure if you compensated her for the shipping or were willing to trade some of your local herbs growing around your place, she might ;o) be willing to send off a few. We also have other Arizona members (are you out there reading this?) who might be willing to jump on this bandwagon as well. You can also check out your local garden center. These guys are usually willing to order anything in. Love, Doc Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington - Suzanne Nottmeier herbal remedies Monday, July 08, 2002 11:10 AM Re: [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? It sure as heck don't grow here in Illinois.......either... Suzi > The absolute best is the inside pulp and gel from the prickly pear> cactus.Yah sure Doc, like this grows in Oregon!? LOL, Patty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2002 Report Share Posted July 9, 2002 As to Arizona cactus dwellers, the cactus around here is getting mighty puny due to lack of moisture. These cacti around here are getting badly shriveled. I am in the I-17 corridor just north of Phoenix in Black Canyon City. Maybe after some rain things will look a little better from mailing but I'm not too sure about 'em right now. Maybe someone else further north will have better cactus conditions but don't bet on it. Always your servant in light, Don Eitner - Ian Shillington N.D. herbal remedies Tuesday, July 09, 2002 9:30 AM Re: [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? Dear Suz and all you other Northerners, You can always plant one of these babies in a pot and keep it indoors by a window. The Prickly Pear Cactus is very beautiful and makes a great indoor plant. Certain varieties can get very big so after a year or two you may have some cutting back to do, but it's well worth it. They grow all over the place in Florida, and also the South, Southwest and the Western Coastal States. When I lived in Florida, I ended up shipping at least a dozen of them to list members as I had them growing all over my property there. Where I am now, they're a little scarce and I hoard what I have. Renee (a list member) lives in Arizona and might be willing to take over this "hat". I'm sure if you compensated her for the shipping or were willing to trade some of your local herbs growing around your place, she might ;o) be willing to send off a few. We also have other Arizona members (are you out there reading this?) who might be willing to jump on this bandwagon as well. You can also check out your local garden center. These guys are usually willing to order anything in. Love, Doc Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington - Suzanne Nottmeier herbal remedies Monday, July 08, 2002 11:10 AM Re: [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? It sure as heck don't grow here in Illinois.......either... Suzi > The absolute best is the inside pulp and gel from the prickly pear> cactus.Yah sure Doc, like this grows in Oregon!? LOL, Patty Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 9, 2002 Report Share Posted July 9, 2002 Doc & all those that have access to prickly pear...... I'd be happy with a small plant and/or swap something or pay shipping if it's reasonable... or we can discuss. Or even to get some pulp or gel to keep on hand..... thanks Doc.... PS the pics will be coming....haven't forgotten... question though, i know about peppermint tincture... but, do you think "chocolate mint" would have the same qualities.... I found choc mint and it's like a peppermint patty..... thought "wow" what a tincture this would be..... what do you think? Suzi "Ian Shillington N.D." <Dr.IanShillington wrote: Dear Suz and all you other Northerners, You can always plant one of these babies in a pot and keep it indoors by a window. The Prickly Pear Cactus is very beautiful and makes a great indoor plant. Certain varieties can get very big so after a year or two you may have some cutting back to do, but it's well worth it. They grow all over the place in Florida, and also the South, Southwest and the Western Coastal States. When I lived in Florida, I ended up shipping at least a dozen of them to list members as I had them growing all over my property there. Where I am now, they're a little scarce and I hoard what I have. Renee (a list member) lives in Arizona and might be willing to take over this "hat". I'm sure if you compensated her for the shipping or were willing to trade some of your local herbs growing around your place, she might ;o) be willing to send off a few. We also have other Arizona members (are you out there reading this?) who might be willing to jump on this bandwagon as well. You can also check out your local garden center. These guys are usually willing to order anything in. Love, Doc Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington - Suzanne Nottmeier herbal remedies Monday, July 08, 2002 11:10 AM Re: [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? It sure as heck don't grow here in Illinois.......either... Suzi > The absolute best is the inside pulp and gel from the prickly pear> cactus.Yah sure Doc, like this grows in Oregon!? LOL, PattyFederal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 10, 2002 Report Share Posted July 10, 2002 I've never tried extracting choc mint, but being a chocaholic (reformed of course ;o), I think you should try it and report back your findings - LOL I'm afraid my Prickly Pear Pickin' days are few and far between, but I hope someone else takes you up on this. Love, Doc Ian "Doc" Shillington N.D.505-772-5889Dr.IanShillington - Suzanne Nottmeier herbal remedies Tuesday, July 09, 2002 2:16 PM Re: [herbal remedies] Bug bite balm? Doc & all those that have access to prickly pear...... I'd be happy with a small plant and/or swap something or pay shipping if it's reasonable... or we can discuss. Or even to get some pulp or gel to keep on hand..... thanks Doc.... PS the pics will be coming....haven't forgotten... question though, i know about peppermint tincture... but, do you think "chocolate mint" would have the same qualities.... I found choc mint and it's like a peppermint patty..... thought "wow" what a tincture this would be..... what do you think? Suzi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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