Did you read about the healing abilities that flour has when burns occurred in the kitchen? It is said to be safe and even healing. After revealing a miraculous healing experience from a person that experienced burns.Not leaving any evidence of that dreadful experience. No scarring. Just healed skin. Lovely isn't it. But is it true? Or safe. Can it work even? Sadly I have to tell you that it is a hoax that spread worldwide and no one knows the original source. Despite the fact that the advice seems legit. Experts say no.
I too received this message. But after doing some research here is what you should know. It is not wise to use flour for burns. In fact it can only make the problem worse and much more severe.I fully agree that you should know what to do with burns. So I am sharing a safe way to help with skin burns
Depending on the severity of the burns. You can treat minor burns at home. More severe burns needs medical attention. But leave the rumor about the flour for you will only cause more harm than healing the wound. The facts show that because you chose to use flour on the wound it will result in the burning sensation increasing. It will even raise the temperature where the burning occurred. Causing more severe burns.
So what can you do for minor burns?
Lower the temperature of the burn immediately. Use water to cool down the burn. Cool water will lower the temperature of the burn. Do not use ice or ice cold water as it will result in tissue damage. You can use a hose shower or the sink. Do this until the wound does not hurt anymore. Five ten or fifteen minutes.
Or you can use a cloth that is cool wet and very important it must be clean. Place it on the affected area. Then very carefully clean the wound with soap and water. Do not break open the blister if there is one. As it may cause infection. Then you can apply petroleum jelly on the affected area. Or if you have Aloe Vera you can use it too. Or ointments that is specifically for burns.
Again if the burn is more severe. Seek medical advice. But do not use flour if you suffer from burns. It is not true and will only result in more severe injuries.
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