farmeric November 19th, 2011
Let’s continue our subject regarding water treatment procedures.
Today, we will talk about heating compress.
First, heating compress is defined as a mild, prolonged application of moist heat of several hours duration.
Some of the effects of heating compress on the patient includes:
- Relaxes muscles.
- Relieves pain of throat or rheumatic joints.
- Relieves abdominal discomfort (use abdominal bandage).
- Reduces joint inflammation.
- A mild heating effect.
The main thing needed for heating compress is a cloth such as:
- A piece of cotton cloth, folded for moderate thickness, about two inches wide and long enough to wrap around the neck or joint twice. A lady’s hankie (small size and thin), folded lengthwise, will do, if to be applied on the throat.
- A piece of flannel cloth, about four inches wide and long enough to wrap about the joint or neck. A baby’s flannel blanket or diaper, folded lengthwise will just right for the knees.
- Two safety pins.
- If medicated compress is ordered, use the medication prescribed. Vicks Vaporub ointment may be used.
Here are the procedures in performing heating compress:
- Soak cloth with tap water. Wring and put around the neck or joint twice. Be sure the wet cloth is neither too wet to drip nor too dry. If medicated compress is applied, rub area with prescribed medication or ointment. Do not wet the cloth with water but wrap the cloth around the area dry after the medication is applied. (In applying a plain heating compress, wet cloth is applied without medication).
- Apply compress smoothly and quickly to avoid chilling.
- With the piece of flannel cloth, wrap compress snugly to exclude air and pin securely on the side of the neck or joint.
- Leave compress on overnight or at least for 6-8 hours.
- Take care that the compress is not too tight so it does not interfere with circulation and joint movements.
- Rub the area with a cloth wrung out of cold water (tap water) immediately after removing the compress in the morning or after 6-8 hours.
- Dry the area thoroughly. Compress may be applied once or twice a day.
Note: It is best to apply a heating compress at night just before retiring.
Tags: . water theraphy, heating compress, Water Treatment
farmeric October 1st, 2011
Starch bath is an immersion in starchy water for a soothing effect.
Effects of Starch Bath
- Relieves skin irritation.
- Soothes burning and itching sensations.
- Tendency to dry skin.
Things Needed:
- Bath tub. For babies, big basin may be used.
- Big drum or plastic water container for adults, big enough to soak the whole body.
- Two glasses of starch or “gawgaw” for adult; 1/2 glass for babies and children. Continue Reading »
Tags: starch bath, water bath, Water Treatment
farmeric September 11th, 2011
Let’s continue our topic about different water treatment.
What is a hot sitz bath?
Definition:
Hot Sitz Bath = A partial immersion bath covering the pelvic and the anal areas.
Effects:
- Relieves pain after rectal operation.
- Hastens healing and cleaning of the operated area.
- Relieves cramps and spasms in pelvic region and urinary bladder.
- Stimulates pelvic circulation.
- Relaxes urinary bladder.
Things Needed:
- One large basin - deep enough for a person to sit in.
- One smaller basin for the foot bath.
- One small basin with ice or cold water and compress.
- One towel, long enough to go around the head. Continue Reading »
Tags: cold compress, hot compress, hot sitz bath, Water Treatment
farmeric September 5th, 2011
Here’s my next post about water treatment.
Definition:
Hot Foot Bath = a local immersion bath covering the feet, ankles and legs.
Effects:
- Relieves head, chest and pelvic congestion by the drawing of blood from those areas to the legs and feet.
- Stop nosebleed.
- Relieves pain and spasms of the feet and legs.
- Induces sweating in case of fever - lowers body temperature.
- Relieves menstrual cramps by relaxing the uterine spasm.
- Relieves headache.
- Relaxes body the whole day.
Things Needed: Continue Reading »
Tags: fever, foot bath, hot bath, sponge bath, warm bath, Water Treatment
farmeric August 25th, 2011
For each ailment, there are several herbal treatments suggested to cure or alleviate suffering from it.
The procedures for herbal treatments requiring the use of plants, the following general instructions apply.
- use only one plant medicine at a time. In treating the ailment, use only one plant medicine - the one available to you.
- Use only stainless or earthen cooking utensils. Where the treatment calls for boiling any medicinal plant - leaves, flowers or barks - don’t boil it in an aluminum utensil. Aluminum reacts chemically with medicinal elements in plants.
- Don’t cover cooking utensils when boiling. This is done to release toxins, if there are any.
- Boil for one-day supply only. Any decoction’s effectivity is good for only 8-12 hours after boiling.
- Take decoction either hot or cold. Strain decoction before taking it, Continue Reading »
Tags: allergic, cooking utensils, Herbal, Plants, treatments
farmeric August 14th, 2011
We went to Paradizoo in Tagaytay twice already and every time we go there, I’m fascinated with the natural fertilizers that they are using. I was informed that they make their own natural fertilizers by vermiculture and vermicomposting. I want to attend a seminar on how to make this organic fertilizers but due to time constraints, I’m having a hard time to attend the scheduled seminars. Instead, I did some research, thanks to Google and I’ve found this article from Bureau of Plants website which I want to share with you.
Vermiculture and Vermicomposting is production of organic fertilizer through the action of earthworms.
Different Earthworm Species used in Vermicomposting
1. Red Wiggler
2. Red Tiger
3. Red Worms
4. Blue Worms
5. African Nightcrawlers (Eudrilus euginae)
Characteristics of African Nightcrawles
- Hermaphrodites (male and female reproductive organs are present in each worm
- Matures in 6 weeks
- Population doubles in about a month
- Temperature Requirement – 25°C–29°C under shade
Steps in Vermicomposting Continue Reading »
Tags: earthworms, natural fertilizers, organic fertilizers, vermicomposting, vermiculture
farmeric July 27th, 2011
Cell phones emit radiation to send voice and text messages between you and the other caller. Health risks aren’t confirmed, but some (not all) studies of frequent cell phone users suggest increased risks for brain and mouth tumors and children’s behavior problems.
To be on the safe side, follow the tips below to reduce exposures.
1. BUY A LOW-RADIATION PHONE
Consider replacing your phone with one that emits the lowest radiation possible and still meets your needs. To find out how much is the radiation being emitted by your phone, you can check the list at http://www.ewg.org/cellphoneradiation/Get-a-Safer-Phone?allavailable=1
2. USE A HEADSET OR SPEAKER
Headsets emit much less radiation than phones. Choose either wired or wireless (experts are split on which version is safer). Some wireless headsets emit continuous, low-level radiation, so take yours off your ear when you’re not on a call. Using your phone in speaker mode also reduces radiation to the head.
3. LISTEN MORE, TALK LESS
Your phone emits radiation when you talk or text, but not when you’re receiving messages. Listening more and talking less reduces your exposures.
4. HOLD PHONE AWAY FROM YOUR BODY
Hold the phone away from your torso when you’re talking (with headset or speaker), not against your ear, in a pocket, or on your belt where soft body tissues absorb radiation.
5. CHOOSE TEXTING OVER TALKING Continue Reading »
Tags: brain tumors, cell phone, cell phone radiation, phones, radiations
farmeric April 3rd, 2011
Garlic ( Allium sativum) originated in Central Asia and has now spread across the world. For use as an insecticide it should not be grown using chemical fertilisers. This is because heavy doses of fertilizer reduce the concentration of the effective substances in the garlic. It has anti-feedant, bacterial, fungicidal, insecticidal, nematicidal and repellent properties.
How To Make Garlic Spray
Blend 100 grams of grated and crushed garlic cloves, 0.5 liters of water and 10 grams of soap (Use potash based soft soap that is used for washing dishes and not the modern washing powders that contain caustic soda which will harm plants). Mix well. Strain the mixture through a fine cloth. Dilute the solution in 5 liters of water.
How to use the Garlic Spray Continue Reading »
Tags: garlic, insecticide, pesticide
farmeric March 26th, 2011
This is a continuation on using Mexican Marigold as natural pesticide. This time, mixing it with different plants such as garlic, chilli, onion and persian lilac.
How to Make Chilli, Garlic, Mexican Marigold and Onion Spray
Procedures:
Chop 3 garlic cloves, 2 handfuls of marigold leaves, 2 large onions, and 2 chilli pods. Place in a pan of water and bring to the boil. Leave the solution to cool. Strain the mixture and keep the liquid. Dilute the solution with 4 times as much water.
How to use:
This mixture is used as a spray or sprinkle to deter most insects.
How To Make Mexican Marigold and Melia Azadirach (syringa, persian lilac) Spray
Procedures:
Soak Mexican marigold leaves and syringa leaves and berries in a bucket of water for 2 to 3 days. Strain the mixture and keep the liquid. Dilute with water until the solution is pale green or brown.
How to use:
Use as a spray or sprinkle against ants, mites and cabbage root fly.
Tags: mexican marigold, natural insecticide, natural pesticide
farmeric February 16th, 2011
How To Make Yogurt - a Home Made Recipe
I was surprised with my wife when she bought a dozen of yogurt from the supermarket. I don’t have any idea that my kids love the blended yogurt that they even bring some to their school as “baon” (snacks).
This gives me an idea to make our own yogurt instead of buying them from the grocery store.
Organic Yogurt
Yogurt is a unique blend of milk and beneficial bacterial culutres.The beneficial cultures used in yogurt production enhance flavor and aroma,while others, such as lactobacillus acidophillus and bifidubacterium cultures ( more known as A and B cultures)are added for their benefits to health.
Skim milk can be used to produce a low fat smooth and tasty yogurt,high intaste appeal,while regular milk Continue Reading »
Tags: carabao's milk, fresh milk, milk, Yogurt
