Natural Wound Care: A Goo That Really Works

Summer is just around the corner, which means that most of us will be heading outdoors to cut the lawn, dig in the garden, or jump on those summer projects.

It also means that we'll be smashing our thumbs with hammers, slicing ourselves with sharp tools, and generally wounding ourselves, despite our best efforts.

That's why having some natural wound care "goo" on hand is a great idea. That way, when you slice, dice, and mash a body part, you can slap on some wound care "goo" and get on with your day.

Natural Wound Care: What Goes Into the Goo?
This natural wound care "goo" recipe is one that I have been using for 25 years or more. It is soothing to bruised tissue, helps clot bleeding cuts, and supports your body's natural immune system in general.

So, what's the recipe? The ingredients are all available from Simplexity Health. What's even better is that they all come packaged in convenient daily packs in the form of Essentials. So here's what you need (everything but the water is in the Essentials):

• blue-green algae in 2 forms, with and without the cell wall
• enzymes
• acidophilus
• bifidus
• pure spring water

To mix the goo, empty the capsules from one Essentials packet (basically everything listed above) into a small jar. Then add just enough pure spring water (no chlorine please!) to the mixture to form a paste. Now you have your own natural wound care "goo."

When you injure yourself, just slap the goo on the injury, put a big bandaid over the whole thing, and get back to your outdoor project. No biggie, no only.

Be sure to store the "goo" in the fridge to keep it fresh all summer long. You may, from time to time, need to add more spring water to the mixture to get the right consistency.

What's the Secret to This Natural Wound Care Recipe?
Everything that goes into the "goo" helps your body recover. The blue-green algae has a lot of vitamin K, so provides a clotting factor for cuts and scrapes. The algae, especially the Omega Sun form that has the cell wall removed, provides many of the amino acids your body needs to heal the wound.

The acidophilus and bifidus act as natural forms of antibiotics. They are actually called probiotics, which means "for life." Finally, the enzymes digest away any foreign substances that don't belong, and also reduce your body's natural histamine reaction so you don't end up with excessive swelling and redness.

The recipe works quickly and well. A few days ago I sliced my thumb deeply, down to the bone. My wife immediately got out the "goo" and slapped it on with a bandage. Today, the thumb is healing nicely with no infection and very little swelling.

The goo works on most wounds as long as they aren't gaping holes the size of Detroit. Use it with common sense, of course, and seek professional medical attention when and if you need it. Use the goo on owwies that hurt, itch, sting, bleed, or just need some TLC.

And, of course, enjoy your summer!

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