Tuesday, November 25, 2008

burnt tongue

tea doin' ya wrong lately??

Following are some beneficial home remedies for a burnt tongue.
  • Smear pure honey on the marks. It is a proven remedy that helps in clearing  up the scars.
  • Chew a gum it serves as a valuable remedy. A sugar free gum is more effective for burning tongue treatment.
  • A simple home remedy is simply sucking an ice cube. It helps in relieving pain.
  • You should avoid brushing your teeth with toothpaste. Use baking soda instead to brush your teeth.
  • Avoid hot and spicy foods until your tongue recovers, as it will deteriorate the condition and cause irritation.
  • Increase the intake of foods that are rich in iron. Iron rich foods serve to heal the burnt skin faster.
  • Consume papaya it is a very beneficial in healing the burns. Papaya contains enzymes that help rejuvenate the burnt skin, by replacing dead cells with new ones.
  • The use of Aloe Vera is considered highly effective in the treatment of burns. Apply aloe Vera gel on the affected area.  Repeat this three or four time in a day.
  • Lavender oil is helpful in the treatment of burns. Put a few drops of essential lavender oil on a cotton ball and dab it on the affected area. It is helpful in removing scars left behind by skin burns.

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