The term eczema is atopic dermatitis. The word eczema is taken from the Greek terminology which means “to boil”. Eczema is an inflammatory process in skin which results in formation of insudative pustule which is mostly chronic in nature. The main symptoms of eczema are redness, itchy and fluid discharging pustule on the arms, neck face back and in lower extremities. It is a constitutional disease which results in toxic condition in the system.

Various causes of eczema are

• Dietary insufficiencies
• Winter and dry climate
• Various allergic reactions
• Irregular blood metabolism
• Unable to excrete poisonous elements from the body
• Varicose veins

12 best and easy Home remedies for eczema:

1. Having sun bath is also beneficial for the skin as the sun radiation may also kills certain bacteria.
2. Application of the mud on the affected part is also beneficial for curing this dermatological disease.
3. Appling the paste of sandalwood along with camphor in the equal proportion to the affected skin is one of the best and simple home remedy.
4. Applying the paste of turmeric powder with Neem leaves is also one of the effective home remedy for the eczema.
5. Cold water compression treatment for the eczema has been proved to be the most beneficial remedy nowadays.
6. Grinded papaya seeds application on the eczema reduces the itching symptoms
7. Dietary supplement like muskmelons and carrot juice also helps in prevention of eczema.
8. Applying the mint leaves on the affected area of skin is also beneficial for the treatment of eczema.
9. Special precautions should be carried out to prevent eczema like avoiding chemical substance and other dying agents.
10. Application of the coconut oil to the affected part of the skin. As coconut oil makes the skin soft.
11. Application of almond leaves soaked in water; it also helps in the eczema treatment.
12. Appling the nutmeg paste by preparing the mixture with few drops of water in it is also good and beneficial home remedies for eczema.