Holistic Healing

Holistic Treatment of Poison Ivy, Oak & Sumac Rash

If you live in the United States (or parts of Canada), there’s a good chance that you are all too familiar with the effects of a run in with poison ivy, oak, or sumac. These plants contain an oil called urushiol (you-ROO-shee-all) that causes an itchy, blistering rash when it comes in contact with the skin. This rash often goes away within a few weeks, but can cause a lot of misery in the meantime.

Try the following suggestions to avoid getting poison ivy, oak, or sumac this summer.
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