HOW TO CREATE A HOLISTIC FIRST AID KIT WITH NATURAL ITEMS

Every home needs a first aid kit, but the chemicals found in many typical first aid remedies can be problematic, especially if your household is dealing with sensitivities.

The good news is, there’s at least one holistic remedy for every ailment. From swimmer’s ear to cuts and scrapes, you can pull a collection of natural items together and be prepared for any emergency. Here are a few steps to put together your own holistic first aid kit.

Prepare Your Holistic First Aid Kit

Before you can build a holistic first aid kit, you’ll need a container to store it in. You can buy empty first aid kits, along with decals to identify it. You could also use a duffle bag, medicine cabinet, or tackle box. In fact, with a little creativity, just about any container can be repurposed as a first aid kit.

You may also want to purchase some small containers to store your holistic solutions in—eyedropper bottles work great. Once you’ve put your kit together, you’ll then need to find a safe, but easily accessible place to store it.

Gather Your All-Natural Healing Items

There’s no shortage of holistic remedies to include in your first aid kit. Here are a few items to get you started; add your own remedies based on your family’s unique needs:

  • Ginger or peppermint for an achy stomach
  • Baking soda and water paste for soothing the pain of bee stings
  • Turmeric mixed with honey for infection prevention
  • A mix of alcohol, distilled water, and vinegar to prevent swimmer’s ear
  • Natural bandages like those made from Wooly Lamb’s Ear
  • Aloe vera for sunburns and bug bites
  • Witch hazel for cuts and scrapes
  • Lavender oil for easing anxiety and reducing headaches
  • Apis Mellifica for allergic reactions
  • Chamomile tea bags for reducing inflammation

In addition to holistic items, you should also make sure you have liquid Benadryl in your kit in case of an allergic reaction. If anyone in your household has a specific allergy or condition, make sure your kit is stocked with items for that, as well.

Regularly Recheck Your Holistic First Aid Kit

Creating your first aid kit is only the beginning. Even a purely holistic collection needs regular rechecks, and always consult your physician to make sure your first aid kit is stocked appropriately and customized for your family. The mixtures can dilute or dry up over time, making them ineffective in an emergency. Refresh your kit at the start of each summer to ensure you’re prepared for the fun warmer months ahead. The peace of mind that a first aid kit can bring is priceless. 

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