Building a Holistic First Aid Kit: What I'm Prioritizing

1. Hypochlorus Acid for disinfection and healing aid

   
   

Routine disinfecting is generally not necessary unless the wound has been exposed to a high-risk contaminant (such as animal feces or a bite). If you do need to disinfect, instead of harsh disinfectants that can damage healthy tissue and kill beneficial bacteria, consider this…

Hypochlorous acid is a molecule your white blood cells naturally make when responding to injury or infection during what’s called the “respiratory burst.” HOCl rapidly neutralizes bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens.

When used during wound care, it’s extremely powerful against microbes while also very gentle on healthy tissue.  In addition to disinfecting, it helps reduce inflammation and breaks down bacterial biofilms. Great for bug bites too.

2. Calendula cream as my healing topical

Calendula helps calm inflammation and promote tissue repair. It helps the skin rebuild by supporting new skin growth and repair. It also has mild antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, but its main role is soothing irritated tissue and supporting the skin barrier as it heals. Great for bug bites too.

3. Welly bandages

If a wound is open, it needs to be bandaged. Early stage wounds heal best in clean, slightly damp environments. After 24-48 hours allow the wound to be open to air to promote faster healing and reduce scarring. 

4. Steri strips are also good to have on hand "just in case"

   
   

5. We also use our red light often with cuts, scrapes, etc. This is an investment Item, though. Not a top priority. *Link gives 40% off

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