Boils are caused by the deep portion of the hair follicle becoming infected with Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Staphylococcus aureus infection will be more likely when the immune system is suppressed or when nutrition is poor. Sufficient intake of Zinc is particularly important if re-infection is to be prevented. This can be obtained by taking 1 tablespoon of Colloidal minerals daily which will increase all mineral levels and generally supplies adequate Zinc although in some instances it is necessary to add extra Zinc in the form of a tablet or Zinc liquid. See page on 'Zinc'.
Supplementing with vitamins A, C, E and B complex will also improve overall health, vitamin A being specifically important in the treatment of boils. Vitamin A can be found in any fish oil but particularly in halibut or cod liver oil.
The action of the herb Golden Seal is to act as an anti-microbial so therefore Golden Seal (Hydrastis Canadensis) can be an excellent herb with which to treat any Staphylococcus aureus infection. It can be taken internally, mixed with other blood cleansing herbs, which is best if the boils are persistently recurring or applied directly to the boil in order to speed external healing. Hot compresses can be used to help relieve pain and promote healing.
Sometimes boils will appear in areas where the circulation is poor. This could include the body as a whole or it may just be where a vein or artery has been damaged at some time. In this case the circulation needs to be greatly improved. Supplementing with flaxseed oil at about 1tbsp daily gets good results. At times extra supplementation with a herb such as Horsechestnut may be needed to further improve venous integrity.
It is important to make sure that the areas concerned are kept hygienically clean. Often washing under the shower with liquid soaps is not sufficient to remove excess Staphylococcus aureus and better results are obtained by a through scrub with an oil based soap.
All information on this page has been compiled by Alison Odey from personal research and from results seen and experienced over 20 years in private practice. It is not intended to diagnose or to be construed as medical advice, but to inform the reader of alternative options that may be available to them. Any remedy mentioned in the text can be obtained by contacting the writer:
Contacts: Phone -64 7 5721147 Website www.alisonodey.com
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