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This condition is not very common, have about 1% of the population and is characterized by affecting the skin and lips. It is not contagious and does not seem to even be hereditary. Is often characterized as an autoimmune disease, is a kind of allergy that is manifested in the following ways:

Symptoms of Lichen Planus:

• Inflammation of the skin with slightly raised purple plaques or red usually very itchy.

• Rash in different parts of the body and lips

• appear anywhere in the body especially on the inside of the wrist and ankles, but it also affects the lower back, neck, legs, genitals, and occasionally the scalp, fingernails, and pimples.

• often also affect the inside of the mouth, gums, inner cheeks, etc. This type of lichen usually tends to last a little longer than the other. Oral lichen plaques is characterized by fine lines and white dots that do not cause problems and usually noticed by the dentist. Many times you have to make a special diagnosis to rule out other possible causes such as infection or cancer.

• Some people sometimes suffer from hepatitis C.

• It can occur in women as in men.

• It does not present serious problems or symptoms, if not the severe itching in some cases. Only in certain severe forms redness, blisters, wounds and / or ulcers.

• In some cases it affects the nails, in this case they begin to weaken and begin to appear lengthwise cuts, broken nails and thinning or loss of nails. In severe cases, temporarily or permanently destroyed.

• In other cases it may also affect the scalp and cause redness, itching and irritation, which can cause hair loss and in some cases, baldness.

Causes of Lichen Planus:

• You have not determined the exact source that produces, however, like any disease, its roots are the energy-emotional factor. It can help a lot if you consider these cases and works at the psychosomatic level

• As a disease of the skin and the symptoms were present, their origin may be due to deep irritation or a feeling of discomfort or dislike for any steady state (especially when symptoms are severe, such as itching and redness or pain the skin). If carefully analyzed these emotions can be addressed in a profound way this condition and help heal and eradicate it.

Treatments and natural remedies for Lichen Planus:

• Most often this disease goes away in about two years. The disappearance of the spots on the skin often leave brown blotches or marks, which often disappears by itself.

• To lessen the symptoms and the early disappearance of the disease, it is necessary to consider the food, it must be as clean and healthy as possible, eradicating refined sugars, animal fat and junk food or processed food. Must be increased daily intake of vegetable juices and fresh fruit, avoiding mixing fruit with vegetables. Taking lemon juice diluted in half a glass of warm water fasting, or taking a clove of raw garlic on an empty stomach, are excellent remedies for the body is purified and weaken the most of the symptoms, even this may take accelerate the disappearance of the disease because both garlic and lemon are excellent bactericidal and have many medicinal properties.

• In the case of OLP can be made by taking mouthfuls of water with lemon to reduce symptoms. It is necessary to maintain good oral hygiene, flossing at least once a day and gently wash gums, inner cheeks and tongue, and once daily to swish with a pinch of baking soda dissolved in half a glass of water.

• Avoid smoking, drinking alcohol and irritants.

• To relieve itching, powder can be applied over the beans affected area or apply compresses crushed garlic or chamomile tea or peppermint. Avoid scratching, tapping into the affected area in case it is very intense itching. .

• Avoid taking medications, steroids and other drugs, these only affect the ability of the body to heal itself, so irritated and forced to respond aggressively, there is nothing better than giving the opportunity to the nature and use natural remedies are certainly slower but certainly in the long run, are exceptionally excellent, help the defense system is strengthened because the leather is strong as again acquire this condition and others.

• Take fresh apple juice at night, or goji berries, at least two cups, not mixed with any foods, like last meal and a half hour before bedtime. This remedy is extremely good. If you do not have fresh apple juice on hand, eat a bite or the manazanas berries like grapes. These two fruits are excellent for skin conditions remedira. Follow this remedy daily.

• Aloe vera juice is also highly recommended. It can be taken with meals instead of water or mid-afternoon.

Tepezcohuite • Apply ointment in the affected areas or Aloe vera gel (make sure that is of quality and 100% natural). Sell the affected area once you’re done to apply the ointment if the itching much.

• Take a glass of fresh carrot juice a day, vitamin A will help the effective and adequate healing of skin lesions.

• Try to take with meals and whenever you raw onion, which is excellent to help remedy any skin condition.

• Drink plenty of water and avoid using too much salt in food.

• green tea compresses to the affected area.

• Try not to expose to the sun too long, especially the affected areas.

• If you get a chance, take a bath with sea water.

• Practice meditation, yoga, hydrotherapy or Tai Chi, etc., Or some alternative that will help to channel emotions and make you feel relaxed, calm and peaceful.

Tryptophan is an essential amino acid of 20 amino acids included in the genetic code, is classified as essential because the body can not produce by itself and has to take food. It is one of the most important amino acid because it meets basic body functions such as those listed below:

• It is essential to promote the release and synthesis of serotonin (an important neurotransmitter involved in sleep regulation, helps regulate sleep-wake cycle). Serotonin is involved in relaxation, joy and pleasure. Studies have shown that the concentration of serotonin in the brain is directly proportional to the concentration of tryptophan in plasma and brain.

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Schüssler salts are inorganic salts which, having an action and biochemical effect of weakened or altered physiological activities, are used as alternative therapy to heal many ailments. This therapy is based on the theory that the vitality of the organs of the body depends on proportional amounts of inorganic constituents, which are essential for proper maintenance and operation.

Salts found in specific organs and tissues. Through the alteration of the salts in the tissues, or when there is a lack of enough salt in them, is when the organ or tissue is weakened, and arises as a result, a disease. Through the administration of the salt, the tissue or organ can be skewed, and thus help eradicate a disease. The administration of the corresponding salt causes the body to reach its proper functioning.

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The dry, irritated skin is a common problem faced by both infants and children, as young people and adults of both sexes. This skin type is characterized by lack of natural remedies for irritated skin and present appearance Secahumedad raspy and unpleasant, looks tired and lifeless.

Other symptoms of this skin type are:

• Scales
• Irritation
• Redness
• Cracks
• Acne
• Grains
• Open Pore
• roughened
• Itching

What is the cause for dry, irritated skin?

• A diet low in nutrients and plant foods, especially deficiencies of vitamin C, E and A, as well as zinc and iron.
• Abuse of the consumption of junk or poorly functioning intestines.
• Dry atmosphere and / or cold.
• Lack of hydration (drink little water.)
• Heating and air dry.
• The stress and tension.
• Can be sequelae of disease such as dermatitis, acne, eczema, etc.
• Continued use of irritating soaps.
• careless exposure to the sun.
• The chlorine in pools.
• Very hot water when bathing.
• Lack of vigorous exfoliation and circulation of nutrients, as well as poor sleep and / or excessive smoking.

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The seeds are one of the most highly regarded food for the diet of the future, they are rich in nutrients, oils and fiber quality. These nutritious foods found that pumpkin seeds, as well known for being a snack food, distinguished by its many properties, among which we mention the following.

• They are rich in carbohydrates and amino acids.

• oils and fats contain beneficial to health, indispensable to the proper functioning of heart and nervous system.

• Rich in vitamins B, C, D, E and K.

• With high content of minerals such as calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and niacin.

• It is very rich in zinc, a mineral that helps strengthen and reinforce the view of the body’s immune system, increasing stamina and avoiding infections and infectious diseases.

• Improve the function of the urethra and bladder.

• Can help prevent kidney stone formation.

• Its nutrients and fatty acids help nourish skin and cardiovascular system.

• They help prevent hardening of the arteries and regulate cholesterol levels.

• Pumpkin seeds contain a high amount of tryptophan, an amino acid that, among other things, helps to combat and eliminate depression.

• milk (or drink) pumpkin seeds (see recipe at end of article) is very nutritious and have medicinal uses, served in cases of intestinal parasites (including the Taenia or Lone), plus it is good remedy for men with prostate problems, and that disinfects and relieves the prostate and the urinary tract in general, helping to prevent cancer in this area. Moreover, their contribution of oil (linoleic and linolenic) and minerals such as phosphorus and iron make it a nutritious food for the body in general.

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