Chicken pox occurs usually in children (3 to 4 years of age) and is very contagious. The attack is severe in older children. The symptoms appear in the form of a rash on the skin and it is red in color. Though, they appear usually on the upper portion of the back and chest. In really serious cases these spots may appear on the face and scar it or life. In other words if the attack is severe the person would become a scar face. They keep occurring and drying up till seventeen days. The sore ripens fast and has a wet exterior.

This ailment is treatable herbally. Brown vinegar is very essential in treating chicken pox. Add half a cup of brown vinegar to Luke warm bathing water; this would give relief from the irritation of the ailment. An oatmeal bath stops the irritation caused by chicken pox. A few other herbal remedies for chicken pox are the use of boiled green pea water and baking soda. The child should be given a sponge with baking soda; so that when it dries up the child would refrain from itching.

The above mentioned herbal remedies are proven and side effect free. Besides, they are cost friendly also. The many people who have tried these herbal remedies would vouch for their efficacy.

Barley- this nature’s plant is of immense importance in herbal treatments. Diabetes can be combated by the use of Barley. Cholesterol and obesity can also be fought by the use of Barley.

Bay Leaves – Bay Leaf – Laurel- these herbal leaves are a good astringent and so they come in very handy naturally in abrasions or cuts.

Belladona – Atropa Belladonna- This herb gives solace when irritation and pain persists. In simple words the lotion of Belladona – Atropa Belladonna is a very good liniment.

Boldo – Peumus Boldoa- This herb helps to rejuvenate the liver and discards intestinal parasites. These parasites give rise to many forbidden ailments which can prove to be fatal.

Cactus - Cactus Nopal- Since this herb is rich in fiber; it is very good for the digestive system. This being the case you are sure to have a healthy bowel movement. If your bowel movement is healthy then you can be sure you would not suffer from obesity.

Cat’s Claw – Una de gato or cat’s claw (cats claw) This botanical is the most vital one of our generation; as it enhances the immune system. This being the case it can be great use in treating the dreaded disease called AIDS.