Guest guest Posted May 16, 2005 Report Share Posted May 16, 2005 Sunburn Salve More Personal Care Solutions by Annie Berthold-Bond, Care2.com Producer, Green Living Channels The succulent leaves of the aloe vera plant provide such a healing gel for burns that burn centers use it on their patients. The gel contains aloectin B, an immune system stimulant, and penetrates all three layers of the skin. If you have an aloe vera house plant, simply snip off a two inch leaf end, slit it open, and rub the inside over the burn. Helpful Hints: Aloe vera plants, native to Africa, are very easy to grow as house plants. From soothing sunburn to boosting the immune system, Aloe Vera can also improve all manner of skin disorders and its anti-inflammatory properites can be used in the treatment of arthritis and rheumatism. Melanoma : Prevention, Detection, and Treatment by Catherine M. Poole, DuPont, IV Guerry (Contributo This book is a complete and up-to-date guide to melanoma for anyone newly diagnosed with this frightening form of skin cancer and for others who are concerned about detecting and preventing it. Featuring color photographs that show normal and malignant spots on the skin and the latest information on getting proper treatment and lowering the risk of developing the disease, this book is filled with life-saving facts and practical advice. -- Diana Gonzalez Nothing wastes more energy than worrying - the longer a problem is carried, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously - live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets. -Unknown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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