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Natural First Aid Kit
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items These are things that I almost always have in my first aid kit. Some of these things, like arnica, have been lifesavers.
I love arnica for bumps, bruises and achy joints. If applied within 15 minutes after an injury, it generally prevents bruising.
Boiron Arnicare Gel For Relief Of Joint Pain, Muscle ...
This is great for irritated skin and areas where the tissue is delicate.
Calendula Oil, 1 fl oz (30 ml)
Nettle tincture is fantastic for reducing allergic reactions. It is also high in minerals. Fun fact: you can use nettle tincture to soothe a nettle sting.
Nettle
Yarrow is fantastic for stopping bleeding. I actually used it on the way to get stiches to hold back the bleeding. The tea can also be used for fever and infections, too.
Organic Cut & Sifted Yarrow Flowers, 16 oz (453 g)
I have used this cold for burns or hot for sleep, stress or tension or even as an eyewash.
Organic Chamomile Lavender Tea - 20ct - Target
This is awesome to keeo on hand for skin irritations. It has anti-viral properties specific to the HPV family making it great for shingles or cold sores. *this interacts with most medications. Consult a doctor or pharmacist first
St. John's Wort Oil, 1 fl oz (30 ml)
Tiger balm is a classic formula to support muscle tension, muscle pain, strains, arthritis, fibromyalgia and other painful conditions.
Tiger Balm
These work on acupressure points to help reduce nausea.
Sea-Band Nausea Relief Wristband, One Size Fits Most, 2 ...
I love hydrocolloid bandages for area that need a little protection.
Hydrocolloid Bandages - 10ct - Up & Up
PRID is fantastic for drawing out small splinters or anything else stuck under the skin. It is also great for ingrown hairs.
PRID Drawing Salve
The original Nighty Night formula includes passionflower to help soothe stress (mental or physical) which makes it one of my favorite teas for sleep. I do not recommend the formulation that adds valerian to anyone as valerian can cause unpleasant si...
Traditional Medicinals Organic Nighty Night ...
These are great for gas, mild foodborne or stomach illnesses, and even for certain poisons on the way to the ER (call poison control first to see what to counteract with- milk thistle and milk are good to have on hand as well) *talk to a doctor or ph...
CVS Health Activated Charcoal Capsules, 36 CT
In a carrier oil, lavender essential oil is great for soothing stress, tension, anxiety, helps ease into sleep, and helps minor skin irritations.
Aura Cacia Lavender
Culturelle is one of my favorites for recovering from tummy troubles, bloating or illness after travel. I like the travel formula the best.
Culturelle
This is hands down my favorite throat soothing tea for colds or irritation from overuse.
Traditional Medicinals Organic Throat Coat Herbal ...
Ricola is actually an herbal tincture turned into a cough drop. I like the berry formula because it is less minty. The mint can increase reflux for some people especially those with hiatal hernias.
Ricola Berry Medley | Throat Drop
Neti pots have been used for thousands of years to clear the sinuses. Now Neilmed makes an easy to clean neti pot with premade saline solution so you can perfect the salinity. I love it for allergies and sinus issues.
NeilMed NasaFlo Neti Pot Sinus Relief with Premixed ...
Everyone in our house gets Bach Rescue Remedy. Kids. Cats. People. We love it for stress, transitional periods, doctor visits and such.
Bach