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3 all-natural bee sting remedies

Posted on Aug 4th 2008 12:30PM by Bethany Sanders
Filed Under: Diet & Weight Loss, Alternative & Green Health
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The old rule, "Don't bug bugs and they won't bug you," goes a long way when you're out enjoying nature. Except for pesky biting insects like mosquitoes, most bugs would rather leave you alone. But every now and then, someone tangles with a bee and gets stung ... ouch! Stop pain and swelling with these three natural remedies from Mother Earth News:

  • Mix baking soda and water to make a paste, and apply to the sting.
  • Lay a fresh slice of onion or garlic on the area, or eat them instead.
  • If you can find them, plantain leaf or calendula flower can also be rubbed on the wound.

Before trying any of these, however, the stinger needs to be carefully scraped out (not pulled!). If you're allergic to bees or think that you're having an unusual reaction, forget the natural remedies and get medical attention -- pronto!

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