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Alum is found in most Indian homes. Some people use it to purify water, while some people apply alum on the face to avoid infection after shaving. Alum is known for its medicinal properties. Along with alum, the water made from it can also prove beneficial. Using alum water can reduce swelling in the body and can also help in healing wounds.
Today in this article you will know what are the advantages and disadvantages of using alum water -
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Alum water can be used to overcome many problems. Alum water has antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties can help in reducing infection and swelling. There are two types of alum - red and white. Ayurvedic doctor Shrey Sharma of Ramhans Charitable Hospital, Sirsa says that red alum is more beneficial. Alum water is applied as a medicine. Dr. Shrey says that alum is also used to clean the dirt in water. Let us know in detail about the benefits of alum water -
Alum water is a panacea in reducing swelling. For this, put hot water and alum in a tub. Now put your feet in alum water. Keeping the feet in alum water for 10-15 minutes daily can reduce swelling. Apart from this, if there is swelling in other parts of the body, take a cloth. Put it in alum water and squeeze it. Then apply a compress on the swollen area with a cloth. Alum has anti-inflammatory properties, it can help reduce swelling.
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Alum water can also be beneficial in fever. Drinking alum water as a medicine in fever can reduce body temperature. If a person gets a fever frequently, then he can dissolve alum in water and drink a small amount. This will provide a lot of relief. Only a doctor can tell the correct amount of water to be drunk. Never drink alum water on your own.
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Alum has antiseptic properties. Therefore, alum water can also be used to remove infection. A person can use alum water in any kind of infection. If there is an infection on the skin, then the affected area can be washed with alum water.
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It is beneficial to use alum water to heal injuries quickly. Alum has antibacterial properties, which help in recovering the wound. Also, applying this water on the wound can also prevent infection. It has antibiotic properties, which destroy microbes. For this, wash the wound with alum water in case of injury.
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Alum water can also be used to clean the vagina. Washing the vagina with alum water can also prevent white discharge. Cleaning the vagina with alum water also reduces the risk of infection.
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Alum water can also cure skin problems. Alum water relieves acne, reduces blemishes and makes the skin tight. You can wash your face with alum water. Apart from this, you can also apply alum water on your face with a cotton ball. This cleans the face well.
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The method of preparing alum water at home is given below -
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Ayurvedic doctor Shrey Sharma says that alum helps in removing many problems. If alum is used properly, then there is no harm from it. At the same time, there is a possibility of diarrhea and vomiting by drinking it in excess. Sensitive people may also get allergies by using it.
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Alum water has many medicinal properties. It can be used to fight infection. It is also effective in wounds and white discharge. Alum water can be easily made at home. At the same time, before drinking alum water, one must consult a doctor, because its excessive consumption can cause diarrhea and vomiting.
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