Cuts and wounds are a part of life, especially during childhood when falling from trees, tripping on concrete and running into walls are a rite of passage of sorts! They are, however, a pain (quite literally), and often cause for tears, drama, and extra cuddles in the household. While some wounds require medical attention and advice, there are some ways you can holistically compliment the healing process and make sure the graze/ouchie/boo-boo heals rapidly with minimum risk for complications and multiple trips to the store for plaster replenishments. Below are some tips to help holistically speed up the healing time for cuts and minor wounds.
First and foremost, the body needs good food to fuel the healing process. Consider including the following skin-healing wonders in the diet;
Avoid foods that slow down healing such as;
Consider;
We shouldn’t avoid living an adventure-filled life in the name of avoiding cuts, bumps and scrapes along the way, but armed with some basic guidelines, we can be confident we can speed up the healing process to enable us all to continue living a, generally band-aid free, full-life!
As always, speak to a health professional before adding in any new supplements to the diet. If you are at all concerned about the healing of your cut or wound, please visit your GP or if after hours, your emergency room. The above recommendations are a general guide only, please speak to a health professional for advice specific to your case.
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