Category: Skin, Wounds & First Aid

Lots of itching is going on this summer.  Ant bites, poison ivy, you name it the cause dose not really matter, the itch is awful.  Here is the quickest way I have found to clear the itch and knock out the inflammation.

All you need is Hot and Cold water to initially stop the itch.  I have found the shower with a handheld shower head works the best.  Something about the moving water over the affected area.  Adjust the water to as hot as possible without scalding yourself.  This will pull the fresh blood into the area and it really scratches that itch without wrecking the skin.  After a minute or so of hot water change to completely cold, do this quickly, now blast the area with the cold driving the blood deep through the affected area.  This will allow the toxins causing the inflammation to be cleared by the body and flushed out of the system. 

Doing 7 “hots” and 7 “Colds” changes, seems to be the best.  A minute or so with the hot and a minute or so with the cold. The itch will be gone.  Repeat this as needed to relieve the itch if it returns. For me the relief has lasted for hours. Hydrotherapy

After the hot and cold, hydrotherapy, I like to apply a nice Herbal salve to support the body in clearing the reason for the itch.  A good Healing Salve herbal combination to try is, Comfrey Root; Marshmallow Root, Marigold Herb, Beeswax; Essential oil of Rosemary, Lavender, Frankincense and Helichrysum. 

When the issue is persistent or severe, a liver flush may be helpful.  The liver being the vacuum of the body can be supported in its work of clearing the cause of the itch.  The ELF is often helpful when supporting the body to clear most issues affecting the skin such as eczema or hives just to name a few. Herbal wisdom has found any issue that affects the skin can often be helped by clearing the liver.  How to do an ELF

When the liver, the body’s vacuum bag is full, the liver decides to vicariously detox through the skin.  The organ, which is the skin, is unable to handle the serious toxic waste thrown out by the liver and quickly breaks down.  Clearing the liver will encourage it to detox the waste out through the proper channels (The bowels), saving the skin from this detoxing duty nature never intended it to do.

Simple but effective natural supports should not be underrated or ignored.  The longer the body is allowed to push this toxic waste from the liver out through the skin the more difficult it will be to redirect the body and liver to stop abusing the skin.  It will have become the “normal” after years of skin issues.  As with anything in life change of habit takes time and effort.  Clear these issues quickly by supporting the liver with regular detoxing programs.

There are few things in life that bring us to attention quicker than finding a lump or bump under our skin.  One day you feel nothing, the next there is a lump.  The doctor confirms that yes you have a lump.  He cannot tell you exactly what you are dealing with until he does further tests.  One of these will likely be a needle biopsy.  Most natural healers will caution anyone considering a biopsy for several reasons. 

First: The Body has locked the toxic material away in a nice little sack. If this is a malignant growth poking a whole into the bag allowing the toxic waste to mix with the blood is a very bad idea. 

Second: There is the danger of infection and uncontrolled bleeding.  No matter what the doctor says, a biopsy is a dangerous procedure which has taken many a life, before the diseased condition was even diagnosed. 

With all this in mind today I want to provide some great Natural Healing Material which has been used successfully in conjunction with the Incurables Program to clear tumors & cancer from all parts of the body

When doing any strong healing program it is important to ensure the bowels are open and working well, while supporting the Liver and Kidneys in their role of detoxing the waste from the body. The Incurables Program will establish the foundational support for the Liver Flushing and Kidney Flushing needed to clear these issues from the system.

The Cleansing Programs

Potassium Deficiency is the Cause

When cysts or tumors grow in places where they can be seen outside the body, often we react by having them cut out. This defeats healing by working on the effect instead of the cause. You can cut cysts out, tumors off, and burn warts off (which are also a potassium deficiency), or get rid of as many moles as you wish, but unless you go to the cause, they will grow back again, and you may end up with as many or more cysts, tumors, moles as before. Different signs of potassium deficiency will keep popping out on the body because the condition that needs correcting is on the inside. You have to go into the cause, Dr. Christopher always insisted, which is the way we have been eating.

CYSTS, TUMORS

Hundreds of women have wondered why they have tumors and cysts in their bodies. The cause, according to Dr. Christopher, is POTASSIUM DEFICIENCY. When a patient takes plenty of potassium FOODS (not supplements) you can remove the cause of the cysts and tumors. Other foods, which are lower in potassium, must not be increased when you are trying to increase the potassium in the system. When patients go on the three-day cleanse and mucusless diet and take the female corrective formulas, they receive nourishment which is high in potassium. Miraculous things happen to them.

For even faster results, you can add to each cup of herb tea six to ten drops of Elderberry Tincture or six to ten drops of Black Walnut Tincture, both of which are extremely high in potassium.

Cysts and tumors are like leeches, but they stay in places where there is a body deficiency. As soon as the body is balanced and well, the cysts and tumors have to go, because the material is too healthy for them to live on.

This is why so many patients brought Dr. Christopher cysts and tumors in various sizes that they had expelled from their bodies. There is not enough food, in the form of dying or deficient body materials, so they just decide to leave.

You can make your own potassium broth by simmering equal parts of red potatoes, celery, carrots, onions, and herbs to taste. Raw vegetable and fruit juices also flood the system with potassium.

Potassium Broth Recipe:

This is a great-tasting addition to your cleansing program. It will flush your system of toxins, poisons and unwanted salts and acids while giving you a concentrated amount of vitamins and minerals.

Fill a large pot with:
25% *potato peelings,
25% *carrot peelings and whole chopped beets,
25% chopped onions including 50 cloves of garlic,
25% celery and dark greens.
Add hot peppers to taste.
Add enough distilled water to cover vegetables

Simmer on very low temperature for 1-2 hours. Strain, or just dip your mug in, and
drink only the broth.

Put the vegetables in your compost. Make enough for two days, refrigerating the leftover
broth. It is important to use Organic vegetables. We do not want to consume any toxic
insecticides, pesticides or inorganic chemical fertilizers while we are on a cleansing and
detoxification program.

• If you have no use for a large amount of peeled potatoes or carrots you can use the entire vegetable instead of just the peeling. Use 25% potatoes & 25% carrots unpeeled & chopped.

We are always looking for better ways to aid our members with the best herbal supports available. Here is some great information on Coconut Oil and Olive Oil. It would appear that our Black Walnut Salve would be more effective if we produced it with the Coconut oil.

I will post the article here as anytime I link to an article that has such great information it will, of course, disappear leaving a bad link and the loss of some great material.

Olive oil has been used since ancient times as a moisturizer for skin and hair. These days, however, coconut oil has been getting all the beauty world and wellness buzz. From haircare to lip balm to coconut pulling – a dental health trend where you swish oil in your mouth for anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes – coconut oil seems like it can do it all.

But which is better for skin care? While they both deliver a boost of moisture and a smooth, silky sheen, there are some key differences between these two hydrating natural oils. We’ll compare the two here. The Credit for this research and article goes to: https://www.oliveoil.com/coconut-vs-olive-oil-skin-care/

Benefits of Coconut Oil vs. Olive Oil for Skin Care

Is it moisturizing?

Coconut Oil

Rich and lush, coconut oil is a natural moisturizer. It makes skin feel soft, supple, and smooth, and gives off a light, glowy sheen.

That said, there are two types of moisturizers: occlusives and humectants. Oils, including both coconut oil and olive oil, are occlusives.

Occlusives coat the skin and keep moisture inside so that it doesn’t evaporate.

Humectants attract moisture from the environment or the ingredients in the product itself and draw it into the skin. Two humectants commonly used in skin care products are hyaluronic acid and glycerin.

Coconut oil also contains high amounts of linoleic acid. This is an unsaturated omega-6 fatty acid that acts as an emollient and can also boast some anti-aging benefits, too. An emollient soothes the skin, leaving it feeling silky-smooth and supple.

Olive Oil

As olive oil is also an occlusive, applying olive oil to the skin feels rich and moisturizing. In addition to giving skin a moisturized feeling, olive oil contains fatty acids that help dry skin, including oleic acid, palmitic acid, and linoleic acids.

Olive oil is also an emollient, so skin feels smooth and moisturized.

The Verdict

Both coconut oil and olive oil are occlusive moisturizers, which means they do a good job sealing moisture in. They’re also emollients, so they soothe and smooth the skin for a lush, moisturized feel. However, they don’t draw moisture into the skin.

To make either oil a more well-rounded moisturizer, combine it with another product that contains a humectant.

Is it antimicrobial?

Coconut Oil

Some studies have found that the medium-chain fatty acids found in virgin coconut oil have impressive antimicrobial properties. These fatty acids, which are a form of saturated fat, make up 65% of the total composition of virgin coconut oil. Lauric acid, which makes up 49%, is particularly effective at killing harmful microorganisms and bacteria.

One interesting study compared the effectiveness of olive oil and coconut oil on individuals with atopic dermatitis (also known as eczema) caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria on the skin. In the end, only 5% of subjects using coconut oil were still positive, compared to 50% using olive oil.

As such, coconut oil can be used on skin infections caused by bacteria or fungi, like athlete’s foot, folliculitis, and acne.

Olive Oil

EVOO also has some antimicrobial properties. (Read more about the bioactive compounds in olive oil here.) The main polyphenol compounds found in extra virgin olive oil include oleuropein, hydroxytyrosol, and oleocanthal, which possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Some research shows that olive oil can help kill the bacteria that causes acne to form, though more studies are needed, as this sample size was rather small.

The Verdict

Thanks to the power of lauric acid, one of the medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil, coconut oil has impressive antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties. It can be used for athlete’s foot and other mild skin maladies. Extra virgin olive oil also contains polyphenol compounds that are shown to be antimicrobial, though these are less effective at killing microorganisms than coconut oil.

When it comes to antimicrobial and antibacterial properties in skin care, however, these are often aimed at fighting acne. Acne requires bacteria to grow. While coconut oil has more antibacterial properties, it is also quite heavy, which means it can cause a breakout.

As cosmetic chemist Ee Ting Ng told Byrdie, “The fatty acids prevalent in olive oil—and all plant oils and butters in general—are the very food source for acne-causing bacteria and yeasts to grow.” As such plant oils may not be the best choice for those with acne.

Olive oil can also cause a breakout on acneic skin, but it is lighter than coconut oil so it could have better results. We suggest doing a spot check on your chin line or another more hidden spot before you apply either oil to your whole face.

Does it have antioxidants?

Coconut Oil

Antioxidants help with oxidative stress, a process that can produce free radicals. These are potentially dangerous chemicals that can damage cells and could lead to the development of cancer, in the worst cases.

Coconut oil does contain antioxidants, but not to the extent of EVOO. As Dr. Qi Sun, an associate professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School told the New York Times, “While it’s true that extra-virgin coconut oil, like extra-virgin olive oil, contains phytochemicals, most of the coconut oil on the market is refined and provides few of those antioxidants.”

EVOO, on the other hand, is not refined, so it retains an impressive amount of antioxidants.

Olive Oil

The benefits of olive oil’s powerful antioxidants might work to protect the skin similar to how the cooking oil works to protect heart health and help with cholesterol. The antioxidants, especially the omega-3s and vitamins A and K, found in olive oil might work to prevent premature aging when applied topically.

And there’s more: some intriguing research suggests that applying olive oil after sun exposure could protect against cells that cause cancer.

In this study, researchers applied olive oil to the skin of mice that had been exposed to potentially dangerous UV rays. The mice with olive oil had significantly less tumor growth than the mice that did not have olive oil on the skin. More studies are needed on the effects on human skin, but it is an exciting finding.

The Verdict

As the professor mentioned, while coconut oil has antioxidants, the refining process doesn’t do much good for getting those antioxidants to you, the consumer, leaving olive oil the victor when it comes to antioxidant benefits.

Which is Better: Coconut Oil or Olive Oil?

To sum up, neither is “better” across the board. Coconut oil and olive oil have a lot in common, when it comes to skin care benefits.

If you’re looking for specific benefits, however, there are a few key differences to note.

Olive oil has more antioxidants than coconut oil.

Coconut oil has more antimicrobial properties, making it a better choice for fighting funguses and infections.

As coconut oil feels heavier than olive oil, some may feel it’s too strong for the face. Others will love the rich feel. In the end, it comes down to preference.

How to Apply Coconut Oil to the Skin

To get all the benefits of coconut oil, you’ll need the good stuff. Start with a 100% pure, unrefined, organic coconut oil.

As coconut oil is occlusive, it will keep your other products from seeping into the skin. Be sure to apply it as the last step to your regimen (beneath sunscreen during the day, of course!)

For best results, apply when skin is wet and avoid applying alongside essential oils.

Coconut oil hardens at room temperature, so massage it in your hands until it liquifies and then apply wherever you need it.

Use coconut oil as a makeup remover to remove waxy products like waterproof mascara and eyeliner.

Too much coconut oil can cause clogged pores because of the total fat, depending on your skin type. Starting with a thin layer is best.

How to Apply Olive Oil to the Skin

Ideally, start with an organic, non-GMO extra virgin olive oil (EVOO). This olive oil contains the highest concentration of antioxidants and vitamins like vitamin E, and uses no preservatives.

As olive oil is an occlusive moisturizer, sealing in moisture, it should be applied at the end of your skin care regimen after using cleansers, serums, and even moisturizers. (By day, it should be your last product before sunscreen!)

You might choose to mix your olive oil with another moisturizer. As always, apply right out of the shower or bath, when your skin is still a little wet.

Try using olive oil as a makeup remover to remove waxy products.

Don’t overdo it! A thin layer works wonders. Too much can cause clogged pores, especially for acne-prone skin or already oily skin conditions.

Getting God’s great herbal Supports onto and into the sick area of the body is key to getting those areas healthy again. An Herbal Salve pack applied correctly can aid in bring healing to the injured or sick areas of the body. The trick is you have to apply the herbs in a way that will penetrate and also saturate the affected area.

The feet are a great place to begin learning how to best apply the salve packs. Jenivee and I did a couple videos while she was visiting this past week. Here is one on applying Salve packs to the feet.

She had what looked like it might be ringworm on the back of one heel. the black walnut salve took care of that issue in a couple of days. She had been rubbing a bit of the black walnut salve over the area and then putting on her socks this light application of even this powerful herb was unable to clear the issue. After applying a generous pack of the black walnut to her ankle overnight the issue was nearly gone.

Testimonials

Over the past few years the following paste has been used successfully to clear toenail fungus. The first time this suggestion was given I got a phone call about a year later. The woman shared she had followed the procedure for about three months, until she felt the fungus condition was cleared from her toenails. Her case had been very bad, the nails had all but rotted off. She shared that all her nails were dyed black and that the dye did not clear until the nails grew out. She said that as the nails grew out they were perfect, “like when I was a teenager”, she shared. It had taken her a year for the old nails to be replaced with the perfect new ones. Below are the suggestions I shared with her.

Toe Nail Fungus Paste

Here are the combining and usage instructions.

These are general instructions so you can use more for larger amounts or less if not so much paste is needed.

Combine the following in a small bowel

My suggestions is to do a tablespoon per part, this will make only a small amount at a time that can be easily used up in a few days. Store unused portion in cool place (fridge) for up to 5 days

Application:

For serious fungus issue: Dip cotton ball in Black Walnut extract and fasten over toe nail area. Leave in place for a few hours to allow the extract to saturate the affected area. When cotton ball has been removed apply paste as directed below.

Apply paste over affected toenails; cover with gauge to hold in place. Dress with socks for overnight sleeping. IF also able to apply during the day you may want to wear socks and sandals to keep paste in place while moving around.

Continue this procedure for 3 or 4 months. The fungus will be cleared from the area but the toenail can take up to a year to regrow. Those needing to apply the black walnut extract on a cotton ball will likely find the toe nail has been dyed black. As the toenail grows in healthy the black will be replaced with a healthy pink nail.

Often the little irritations that crop up in our bodies can be quickly cleared.  Today I want to address several of these issues along with their herbal supports.

Eye Problems: Tired irritated eyes; Allergy eyes; Tearing of the eyes; and Floaters in the eyes;

Flushing the eyes with the several drops of the Eyebright formula added to an eyecup with distilled water is a quick fix to any sudden irritation of the eyes.

Throat Problems: Sore Throat; Loss of Voice; Strained vocal cords; Enlarged or Swollen lymph nodes

Issues arising around the throat and neck can be quickly cleared with a cup or two of The Herbal Antibiotic and an Ice Poultice to the throat.  Detailed instructions are available on the Infection Information sheet. The Ice Poultice is also a preventive aid for speakers who tend to over use their voices.  The application can be applied before an event to shore up the voice.

For a full write-up on a good blood and lymph infection formula, with the herbs, proportions and how to make it at home, see Getting the Herbs to Where the Infection Lives.

Skin Problems:  Itchy Rash; Hives; Dry chapped skin;

A quick ELF (Liver Flush) will effectively clear most acute skin issues.  Treating the symptoms by using creams on the skin may provide a bit of relief but will fail to clear the cause behind the rash or outbreak.  When the liver becomes backed-up or congested the body will attempt to eliminate toxins through the skin instead of through the normal channels.  The skin cannot easily handle the toxic waste and breaks down rapidly resulting in rashes, blisters, or the like.  Flushing the liver will quickly clear the back-up allowing the toxic waste to clear from the system through proper channels.  The BF&C Salve can then be used to quickly heal the affected skin.

Stiff Neck & Muscles:  Headache due to tight muscles; Muscle spasms; Over used crampy muscles;

The M&L Salve is an excellent topical muscle relaxant.  This salve will relax and release even the worse spastic muscle issues.  In sever issues using a bit of the Anti-Spasmodic Extract orally along with the M&L rubbed into the affected area works wonders in minutes.

For the Mullein and Lobelia combination, with the proportions and how to make the salve at home, see Mullein and Lobelia: Letting Locked Muscles Go.

Praise be for BFC!  Last month my fair skinned daughter had a really bad sunburn and on a whim I told her to put the BFC on it and it relieved the pain as well as healed the burn much more quickly.  Daughter #2 had the same experience but waited until she was already peeling to use it and it stopped the peeling – she used a light face scrub to remove the dead skin, applied the BFC and no more peeling!

And as if I don’t know better (she who always wears a hat in the sun) ended up surfing without a hat and got a bad sunburn on my forehead – I immediately applied the BFC with some lavendar oil (mostly for the smell) and it relieved the pain and I did not peel.  I applied it for two days.

Love it!!!

Happy Member in Flordia