Comments on: Natural Remedies for the Weary Traveler

By: Ayden Simmons

Ayden Simmons — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:37:54 +0000

ayurvedic medicines really work and it is cheaper than conventional medicines too.”*;

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Spring is Here! — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 16:14:41 +0000

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By: Rebecca

Rebecca — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 23:18:17 +0000

Great tips here Dona…I always travel with aloe & lucas paw paw ointment. Thanks for the informative article!

By: Steph

Steph — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 15:24:11 +0000

I’ve never heard that one before! Definitely going to give it a try next time I get sick. And I ALWAYS seem to get sick on the road.

By: youngandthrifty

youngandthrifty — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 07:13:28 +0000

One natural remedy that is pocket sized is Oil of Oregano (though it’s usually kept in a glass vial, so you don’t want to break it, or else your backpack will smell like pizza!). I swear by it.

It works for colds- just went you get a sore throat just throw back five drops in warm water (or straight up if you don’t mind the taste) because it has antiparasitic, antiviral, and antibacterial properties.

Though for some, if you take too much, some people may get stomach irritation (hence diarrhea which you don’t want traveling, either!)
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By: Steph

Steph — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 19:42:36 +0000

This totally makes sense to me when I think of all the ginger ale I used to drink as a kid with a sore stomach.

By: Nancy

Nancy — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:17:49 +0000

Cool post Steph. Ginger is one of my favorite things in the whole world. It’s delicious and makes me feel much better if I’m congested/having stomach issues.

By: Anil

Anil — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:16:02 +0000

The Turkish cure for everything: tea, yogurt, and honey.
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By: Steph

Steph — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:20:34 +0000

I’m glad that has worked so well for you on the road! And thanks for the stumble .

By: soultravelers3

soultravelers3 — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 10:58:49 +0000

Great tips!

We also believe in natural cures as much as possible & have not used our regular first aid kit yet on our open ended, non-stop family world tour that started in 2006!

Stumbled!
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By: Steph

Steph — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:19:22 +0000

Hey Dre, You can also buy turmeric in capsule form. I bought a bottle of it online for pretty cheap and you can wash it down without having to deal with the potent taste.

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By: Dona

Dona — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:49:59 +0000

Thanks for all of the feedback! The BRAT diet is more for travellers diarrhea and if you suspect its something more, like a parasite, you should probably consult with a doctor rather than trying to treat it entirely on your own.

As for the turmeric, I learned the milk and turmeric trick in India, and according to Ayuverdic doctors, milk and turmeric create an especially potent remedy, however if you don’t like milk, you could try it with juice or clean water. But its more about the turmeric than anything else, its one of natures most powerful antibiotics.

By: Pearl

Pearl — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 06:57:53 +0000

Thanks for all the info! I live on aloe vera during the summer. My skin is also no match for this thinning ozone layer haha.

By: Andrea

Andrea — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:17:23 +0000

Love the info! On question does the turmeric have to be mixed in milk to combat the flu or can it be mixed in something else? I really hate milk, especially milk from abroad

By: neha

neha — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:33:25 +0000

Turmeric is great for cuts as well. All you need to do is rub a little turmeric on the open wound, and it’ll protect the cut from getting infected, septic.

By: aelle

aelle — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:28:02 +0000

Sofia, from what I understand, the stomach bug itself is less dangerous that the dehydration that can come from its symptoms. So stopping the diarrhea and staying well hydrated (which can be hard, if you’re on the road and can only trust bottled water) is the first priority.

Also, for the times when herbs won’t do, your embassy can provide you with a list of doctors from your country (or at least Western doctors). Trust me, there are times when you’re not up for the cultural shock.
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By: Sofia

Sofia — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:08:09 +0000

Great information, I always use Aloe vera oils or lotion on my skin when I get sunburnt, I have found that aloe vera products work the best.

However, I’m not so sure about the BRAT diet you’re talking about?
By blocking your system up the bug/parasite won’t get out of your body? When I had the Delhi-belly the first thing I was told was not to take anything that would block my system up as that would keep the bugs in my system and that it would take much longer to get well again…

By: Keith

Keith — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 17:29:54 +0000

Super useful information. My wife has a very sensitive stomach that can make eating while traveling a challenge. These might come in handy. Thanks!
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