‘Plague’ is a word
that once brought hell to this world; it was so notorious in those older times
that people often referred plague as the Black Death. The reason for giving it
such a horrible name was due to its capacity to wipe out entire towns and
villages in one sweep, the skin of the patients suffering with plague turn
black. It was a sure death for patients of plague as there were no counter
measures available during those older days as people know nothing about this
fearful disease. As the time changes, people become more and more aware about
the reasons that causes plague and therefore started exploring & developing
counter measures against this horrific disease. Yes plague is still lethal but with
the advancement of modern technology, medical science has developed various
counter measures to stop the growth of this deadly disease. It is a very
contagious disease that spreads from one person to other through air, a
bacterium referred as Yesinia Pestis is the main culprit behind causing
plague. Rats are the main carrier of
this bacteria Yesinia pestis which transmits from rats to humans and increases
its grip from one person to other.
Causes & Symptoms
As mentioned above, the main reason for causing plague is a
bacteria which is termed as Yesinia pestis, this bacterium is found in rats and
later reaches to humans through air. Therefore it is vital to clean the
surrounding from food remains that often attracts rats, moreover, proper
hygiene and sanitation is also very important. The various symptoms associated
with plague includes muscular and chest pain, coughing, cold sensation,
itchiness, nausea, fever, headache, breathing problem, weakness, stomach ache
and vomiting. The bacteria fist attacks the lymph nodes and causes it become tender
& swollen. In advanced stage, the skin of the person affected with plague
turns black as well.
A variety of antibiotic
remedies are prescribed by the doctors now days, it is not considered fatal if
proper medication is taken in earlier stage. In addition, there are various home
and herbal remedies also available that may cure plague in the earlier stage as
well. You should always remember to consult your doctor before using any type
of home and herbal remedies.
Home & Herbal
remedies for Plague
Essential oil
Wherever there’s a health problem there’s a solution with Essential
oil as these oils contain a number of amazing medicinal properties. According
to some herbalists, essential oils were the main source of medicinal treatments
during the older times as well. Plague is a bacterial infection and therefore
essential oil can be used for curing plague as well because essential oils are
very effective against bacterial, viral and fungal infections. A number of very
effective essential oils for bacterial infection include clove oil, ginger oil,
eucalyptus oil, thyme oil, cinnamon and oil of oregano. These essential oils
not only cure but also help in improving the overall immune system capability
of the human body as well. The essential oils are loaded with wonderful
medicinal capabilities such as anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal and
antiviral properties. Essential oil can be used in varieties of ways such as
mixing it in bathing water, massaging or through inhalation
Yarrow
Yarrow was among few herbal remedies that people used against
plague during the older times and it is proven to be very effective as well. Loaded
with various medicinal properties such as antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal
and anti-inflammatory capabilities, yarrow is very effective in treating health
concerns like, cold & flu, nausea, pneumonia, fever and various types of
infections. The best way to use yarrow is to prepare its tea using dried yarrow
flower, consume this tea twice daily for quick relief.
Ginger
There are many home based items that you can use in a variety
of health problems and ginger is one among them. You can find ginger in almost
every household in the world however only few are familiar with the amazing
medicinal capabilities of ginger. Ginger contains various medicinal properties
such as antibacterial, antispasmodic, antiviral, antiseptic, antifungal, analgesic,
anti-oxidant and anti-inflammation which as a result make ginger a perfect home
remedy for many health related problems. It is very effective in countering any
type of infection and inflammation, moreover ginger is also a very good immune
system booster as well. The various health problems that finds ginger very
effective includes digestion problems, cough, cold, nausea, respiratory problems,
headache, allergies, heart problems, diabetes, plague, muscular cramps and many
others. The best way to use ginger is to drink ginger tea moreover; you can
consume it raw with honey and also use it in salad and your daily food
preparation as well.
Herbal Tea
When we talk about herbal tea, it does not mean that we are
talking about a particular tea but it has many varieties. You can use basil tea, ginseng tea, margosa
tea, nettle tea, chamomile tea, Echinacea tea and many more as herbal tea. Comfrey,
margosa, rosemary, basil, Echinacea and mint extracts can give you some very
effective herbal tea for countering plague.
Garlic
No home or herbal remedy list is said to be complete without adding
garlic in it, garlic is widely used and very easily available kitchen item. You
can find garlic in almost every part of the world; people during the older days
were also familiar with the healing power of garlic. Garlic is blessed with some
wonderful properties including antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral,
antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. Garlic is very
effective in treating infections, respiratory problems, heart problems, kidney
problems, digestion problems, cancer, headache, stomachache, blood pressure,
plague, fatigue, muscular cramps and many other problems. Garlic can be used in
a variety of ways such as raw, with honey, capsules, oil or adding it in salad
or your daily food preparation. Moreover, you can consume raw garlic clove
regularly to keep your immune system in best shape as well.
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