Natural Milk Treatments

Milk has always been valued as one of the most nutritious and complete foods out there. It contains large amounts of proteins, carbohydrates, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, vitamins A, C and B12. A good way to take advantage of all these nutrients is through natural treatments with milk.

Experts warn that milk itself is more beneficial for nursing mothers than for adults. This is due to the fact that when we reach maturity it is common to suffer from lactose intolerance due to a deficiency of the enzyme lactase. This enzyme is in charge of the digestion of milk.

Also, milk is rich in fat, which can further aggravate your digestion. However, we cannot fail to recognize  that it is essential at a certain point in our lives.

Milk helps us  to prevent diseases such  as rickets, arthritis and demineralization. Therefore, it can be recommended until the period of adolescence. Then, we can use it in a balanced way to provide calcium and essential nutrients present in its composition.

But that’s as long as we realize that we feel good. It is also necessary to consume it in a balanced way. The ideal is one or two glasses a day, for its  high content of calories and saturated fats.

Milk also has a number of possibly healing properties. It can even serve as a natural substitute for some cosmetics.

In this article we provide more information so you can learn about the benefits of using natural milk treatments in certain cases.

Milk properties in aesthetics

Used since ancient times, milk has numerous properties due to  lactic acid, which belongs to the alpha-hydroxyacid family.

It can help us in skin care, providing smoothness and uniformity. In addition, it contains oligopeptides that provide us with antioxidants, which help to smooth out wrinkles and smooth the skin.

Natural treatments with milk

1. Against acne

It can be used to reduce pimples and boils.

To do this, simply soak a slice of bread in a container containing warm milk. Then, take a small piece of bread and apply over the boil or pimple keeping it in the region until it cools.

Milk has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, mainly because it is a source of vitamins (A, B, D3, E).

2. Against insomnia

The  sedative property of milk  is also well known.

This is due to the fact that it contains tryptophan, which acts as a body tranquilizer. To be really effective, we can have a glass of hot milk with cinnamon before bed.

3. For sunburn and insect bites

To do this, just mix a tablespoon of powdered milk with two of water and a pinch of salt. Then apply the paste formed on the affected region.

This is one of the natural milk treatments that can help us to neutralize insect venom and relieve the sting of burns. This is due to its ph value.

4. Against asthma

To alleviate asthma attacks, a  cup of boiled milk with a teaspoon of black pepper can help. Let it sit for a few minutes and drink it in sips.

5. Milk mask for oily skin

To alleviate the inconveniences of oily skin, a homemade milk mask can be very helpful.

To do this, blend a little less than half a glass of skim milk, a ripe tomato and a tablespoon of cornstarch in a blender .

The mixture should be thick enough to apply to the face for at least half an hour. Then rinse with cold water.

6. Milk mask for normal skin

In this case, mix  half a cup of powdered milk with a little water, enough for the mixture to thicken.

Apply for 20 minutes or half an hour and then rinse with warm water. It is immediately possible to feel fresh skin.

7. Mask for dry skin

In this case, use a little less than half a glass of milk, an apple and a tablespoon of cornstarch.

Blend everything in a blender, and when you get a thick mixture, apply this remedy with milk and leave for half an hour.

8. For puffy eyes

Milk is a perfect element to help on the days when we wake up with puffy eyes.

For this remedy with milk, use it cold and in its skimmed version. It is important that it be decremented, as whole milk always leaves fatty residues.

We soak some cottons in this cold, skimmed milk and apply it to the eyes, this will provide us with immediate relief.

9. Hair conditioner

You are probably familiar with other types of natural conditioners, such as olive oil or vinegar. However, a pleasant option used since ancient times is milk.

For this, after washing your hair and with it still damp, you can apply a glass of milk and let it act for five minutes. Then rinse it again.

Are you excited to try any of these natural treatments with milk?