HOW TO MAKE POULTICES!

Let’s start with a comprehensive explanation as to what a poultice is. A poultice is a medicated pad or cloth that is wet or damp and can be heated or cold which is then applied externally to: stop bleeding, ease sprains/strains, inflammations, muscle aches, etc.

Now, making one is actually quite simple. A poultice can be made out in the middle of no where or right in your home. Take a look below for two types of poultices and learn how you can treat a problem without a clinic or other emergency outlet.

POULTICE TO STOP BLEEDING:
1. For an emergency situation with bleeding wounds; first clean wound the best that you can.
2. Next apply ripped or ground (fresh) yarrow, mugwort, or better yet cayenne pepper to the wound. Dried cayenne such as found in your spice rack is perfect so take it with you on any outdoor hunting, hiking or camping trip.
3. Keep it in the wound until bleeding stops and the body will take care of it from there.
4. But be sure to rinse the wound after a few hours from the time it stops bleeding.

EMERGENCY POULTICE
1. Any thin cloth can be used as long as it is clean. This can be a thin handkerchief, cheesecloth, whatever.
2. Add the herbs in a pile on top of the cloth.
3. Fold the cloth to keep the herbs in place.
4. Pour hot water on the cloth and let cool to the touch.
5. Wrap the affected area with this poultice and tie it to stay in place.
6. The tie can be any string, but in a hurry a belt, shoelace etc. can be utilized.

These are just my opinions. You should do your own research when trying anything on this site.