Bee sting: the 14 best remedies to know.
Getting stung by a bee is not really a piece of cake ...
In addition, the pain can easily last a few hours.
Fortunately, here are the 14 best home remedies for pain relief fast.
We have also selected some interesting tips to avoid getting bitten.
Indeed, the best way to avoid pain is not to get stung! Look :
First, make sure the stinger has been removed. To find it, look for a black spot in the sting area. Remove it immediately, as it will reduce the amount of venom released into the body.
It is often said that it can be removed with a round-tipped or plastic knife. But you can simply use tweezers to remove it.
Wash the stung area with soap and water then try one of the remedies below for quick pain relief:
1. Baking soda soda. To cure a bee sting naturally, make a paste by mixing baking soda and water. Mix well, then apply to the bite.
2. Baking soda and vinegar. Sprinkle liberally with baking soda, then pour a few drops of white vinegar over the baking soda. The effervescent effect will calm the pain. And the mixture will quickly deflate the bee sting. Leave on the skin until the pain is gone.
3. The mbustard. Wondering that put on a bee sting? Some mustard. Surprising but effective! Put a little mustard on the bite. Put on a small gauze and let it dry. Renew the application after 4 hours if necessary.
4. The miel. Here is a great remedy from grandma to cure a bee sting. Cover the bite with honey. Do not hesitate to put it back on if the pain persists.
5. The dentifrice. Dab the bite with a generous amount of toothpaste and leave to act on the bitten area.
6.Ice. Use ice or an ice pack to fall asleep and relieve pain.
7.Epsom salt. If the bite is on the hand, for example, soak it in a mixture of water and Epsom salt. You can also make a thick paste and place it on the bite to calm the itch.
8.The aloe vera. Apply aloe vera directly to the wound. It is an effective natural treatment to calm a bee sting.
9.A banana leaf. Chew a banana leaf and then apply the chewed leaf to the painful area.
10.Parsley. Crush some fresh parsley and apply to the bite.
11.Basil. Mix fresh basil leaves and apply to the area to be treated.
12.Apple cider vinegar. Immediately sprinkle apple cider vinegar on the bite. It is a natural medicine to relieve a sting.
13.Papaya. Cover the area with a slice of fresh papaya.
14.Deodorant. Dab a little deodorant on the affected area.
What are the symptoms ?
The normal reaction to a bee sting is severe pain and itching. The stung area will redden and swell. The pain should last for a few hours and then go away.
But, if any of the following symptoms occur, see a doctor as soon as possible:
- If you have been bitten inside your mouth or nose. The area will swell badly and may affect breathing.
- If you have been repeatedly stung by numerous bees.
- If you have difficulty breathing or your breathing seems less fluid.
- If your tongue starts to swell.
- If you experience dizziness.
- If your vision blurs and becomes blurry.
- If you feel nauseous.
- If your tongue is mushy or you have difficulty speaking.
- If pimples or a rash appear (especially in an area far from the wound).
- If the area swells alarmingly.
If the reaction seems significant or even severe (especially if breathing is affected), do not hesitate to call the emergency services. The victim may indeed experience an allergic reaction which can trigger anaphylactic shock.
Tips to avoid getting stung
First of all, be logical! To avoid being stung, avoid attracting bees. No brightly colored clothes, strong perfumes, hair gels or cosmetics that might attract them.
Also avoid sugary foods, soft drinks, fruits and syrups lying around the table. Especially near children.
Do not have aggressive or frightened attitudes near a bee because there is little chance that it wants to sting you for no reason!
If one of them lands on or next to you, hold on until they fly away. Be careful, if you make sudden and rapid movements, it means that you challenge them and that you launch hostilities. So if you're screaming and waving your arms, make sure you're going to be able to knock them off :-)
Trick : If the bee lands on you, gently blow on it to help it take flight.
Did you know ? In autumn, the harvests are poor for the bees because flowers, fruits and plants are scarce. So if you are wearing light-colored clothes and smelling good, when the majority of the vegetation is declining, they might think you are a very large foraging flower. They will think they've hit the jackpot!
Why does a bee die after stinging?
The stinger is torn from the bee's body and left in the skin of its victim (this is what releases the venom). The poor bee is literally gutted and cannot survive. It is for this reason that they only attack when they feel threatened (to themselves, their hive or their queen).
Although bees can be scary, know thatthey are essential for the pollination of our plants and flowers (and of course for making delicious honey!).
You can help bees that are disappearing from pesticides by planting these flowers in your garden.
Your turn...
Have you tried these grandma's tips for relieving a bee sting? Let us know in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to hear from you!
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6 Actions to Save our Honey and the Planet.
Bee Pollen: 10 Incredible Health Benefits.
