I first heard of eczema when my 3 year old had a skin problem where her skin became itchy and inflammed on her cheeks, legs and arms. Her doctor said it is child eczema and will subside as she grows. The prescription was, as you may have guessed, a steroidal cream which works like magic but has many side effects. I decided not to use this cream and go for a alternate medicine(hakeem as we call a herbal doctor in urdu) solution to this problem. I used virgin coconut oil on her skin and it started showing signs of improvements in days. I have to tell you that her eczema was very mild but her skin is clear since then. Be careful not to use products that contain fragrance or chemical substances. Natural oils make a far better alternative, in helping to moisturize and hydrate skin. What is particularly useful to know is that the constituents of natural oils are perfect for the body. Virgin coconut oil is one of the best natural eczema treatments that you can find around.
Eczyma is generally considered an allergic problem. The incidence of eczema has been steadily increasing for many years even though medical science continues to make ever more powerful steroid type drugs for the problem. Eczyma is often associated with food intolerances and with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity from exposure to many chemicals over a period of time
To avoid eczyma we should always keep our skin hydrated or moisturized. Use natural oils for moisturizing in the morning and at night too because our skin is exposed to chemicals all the time.
The incidence of severe eczyma seems to be directly related to the proliferation of chemicals in our diets, environment and in personal care products applied to the skin and used in the mouth. Toiletries which at first glance would appear innocuous and benign could well be a major contributing factor in the onset of eczema and other disorders in children and adults alike. Many of the toxic chemicals in toiletries,cosmetics, medicines,enviroment and food could be more harmful than ever thought possible.
Very true…infact virgin coconut oil is even better than olive oil..olive oils promote platelet stickiness which can cause blood clots….In South America, virgin coconut oil is drunk by the glass as a means of overcoming illness and speeding up recovery. The virgin coconut oil is excellent for eczema because the MCFA (medium chain fatty acids) component repairs the damaged skin when it enters into the cell structures of connective tissues..
can any body recommend any good oil for the baby rash treatment as well.
Ayesha try out MeritVCO extra virgin coconut oil its extracted from coconut milk i have been using it for skin care
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Where can you get virgin coconut oil in Pakistan or Lahore? Most packed oils are not virgin oils, they are heavily processed.
Even Hakeems are selling Coconut oil made from dry coconut, which does not count as virgin oil.
Any pointers where I can find virgin coconut oils?
I need virgin coconut oil as well. Any place in Lahore? I tried GNC, almost every departmental and drugstore….
try daali food products http://www.daaliearthfoods.com/about.php
they don’t have Coconut oil. This is amazing, we don’t have even one brand of Virigin Coconut Oil in Lahore, Pakistan.
Anyone with an idea how can get some virgin coconut oil?
Please post information regarding availability of virgin coconut oil in Pakistan.
Ali, if you are in lahore please check Daali Foods… check their range of traditionally grown products… http://www.daaliearthfoods.com/about.php
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=37977927425&v=wall
I emailed them. They do not sell extra virgin coconut oil. I have bought fresh coconuts from Hyperstar Fortress stadium, Lahore. I will try making my own EVC oil.
good luck…i have seen people try homeopathic remedies for eczyma. They are happy with the results.
IF any body came across Virgin Coconut Oil anywhere in Pakistan please let me know. I think there is some demand for it but sadly no one is importing or manufacturing it in PAkistan.
Extra virgin coconut oil is available at following online store.
http://www.magiclamp.pk/productView.php?ASIN=B003B3OOPA&cat1=468240&cat2=&cat3=&cat4=&cat5=
The price is a joke.
Rs. 2671 for ONE pound of Oil. Who can afford that?
It’s far better to go to a traditional oil presser and get oil from dried coconut.
They’ll extract the oil in front of you. Costs about Rs. 400 per KG
My whole family now uses coconut oil for medicinal purposes. It’s does wonders for infections if taken in large quantities.
I really want them to cook in the same oil but they don’t like taste.
Very scientific reply…:)