Home Remedies For Melanoma Skin Cancer From Ighodalo Herbal Center

What is a Melanoma?

The skin can develop different types of tumors. Many are benign, that is, they are not cancerous, such as moles, warts, or raised spots. However, melanoma is cancerous. Specifically, it is cancer that originates in melanocytes, cells that are located in the upper layer of the skin called the epidermis. Melanocytes are responsible for producing melanin, which not only provides color to the skin but also protects it against the harmful effects of the sun.

Melanomas can be present in two different ways:

1- Its action can overstimulate melanocytes, which will cause more melanin to be produced, thus creating dark, brown, or black formations.

2- On the contrary, sometimes the affected melanocytes stop producing melanin, so in these less common cases, they will appear as pink or white formations.

Melanomas can appear anywhere on the skin, even in areas such as the eyes, mouth, or genitals, although it is more common for the trunk, neck, face, and legs to appear (in the latter it usually appears in women ). Melanomas are more likely to develop in whiter skin, although dark-skinned people are more likely to develop melanomas on the soles of the hands and feet, and under the nails, areas that are more unprotected by melanin, as they are more clear.

There are other types of skin cancer, which affect other cells instead of melanocytes, such as basal cells or squamous cells. Melanoma is less common than these, but much more dangerous, since unlike the others, it can spread to other parts of the body and spread. However, don’t be alarmed; melanoma is almost always curable in its early stages. That is why,  if you locate a strange spot or bump on your skin, go quickly to a herbalogist or dermatologist, so that they can evaluate it, and act like that as soon as possible.

5 Tips to Prevent Melanomas

The main cause of melanomas is UV rays from sunlight. Thus, to prevent them you should follow the following tips, all aimed at reducing the effect of UV rays on your skin. Thus, you will not only avoid sunburn, but you will prevent the appearance of melanomas and other skin cancers.

1.  Use high factor sun protection:  One of the main preventions we can take is to use sun protection, not only when we go to sunbathe, but also when you go out for a walk. Remember that if you are going to spend many hours in the sun, a single application will not be enough, but you will have to repeat applications every hour.

2.  Do not expose yourself to the sun in the hours of greatest intensity:  The sun, especially in summer, has a very strong intensity from 12 to 16 h. It will be dangerous to be exposed to it even using sunscreen.

3.  Block the sun:  Use items that can block the sun, such as hats or caps, sunglasses and T-shirts. Also, use an umbrella when you go to the beach or the pool.

4.  Avoid UVA rays: UVA  tanning beds have become very fashionable in recent years, to provide a homogeneous tan all over the body, and maintain it even in winter. However, these treatments can cause long-term skin damage, and contribute to the development of skin cancers.

5.  Examine your skin:  It is important that you check your skin frequently, especially in the summer months, to locate new formations or abnormal growths of an existing mole. If you have doubts about any bump or spot on your skin, go quickly to the doctor, to rule out that it is a melanoma or another type of skin cancer. Remember that it is important to act as soon as possible, if it is a melanoma, to prevent it from spreading.

10 Remedies to Prevent and Fight Melanomas

Now that you know all the tips to prevent it, we also want to show you a list of the best remedies to prevent and fight melanoma skin cancer. These remedies can also help prevent melanoma from spreading. In addition, they can also be useful to prevent and fight other types of skin cancer.

It is important to note that, if you already suffer from melanoma, these remedies will help you fight it, but in the same way we strongly recommend that you go to a herbal doctor as soon as possible to evaluate and treat cancer, since as I said before this type of cancer skin can spread, and it could worsen your condition.

1.  Red fruits and vegetables:

Red fruits and vegetables contain powerful antioxidants that fight free radicals, responsible for skin aging. Thus, these foods are very beneficial for maintaining the health of our skin, so they can counteract the harmful effects of the sun.

Foods like berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries), watermelon, tomato, or red peppers are especially effective. Other orange or yellow foods, such as papaya or yellow peppers, will also provide antioxidants that are very beneficial for your skin.

2.  Eggplant:

Eggplants contain natural phytochemicals that are very effective against melanomas. It is advisable to take them raw since cooking them loses part of their nutrients. You can also apply it topically, blending it and mixing it with a splash of apple cider vinegar.

Apply this mixture to the affected area, and leave it to act for 15 minutes. Afterward, rinse off with lukewarm water. Other foods that also contain properties similar to eggplant are tomatoes, peppers, and potatoes.

3. Beets: remedies for melanoma skin cancer 

Beets contain sanguinarine, a natural chemical compound that can act against cells affected by melanoma. You can take the beet boiled, or also in the form of juice.

4. Turmeric:

Turmeric is a root with multiple medicinal properties, thanks to its curcumin content. Among other things, turmeric can help us prevent and fight different types of cancer. You can add turmeric as a seasoning to any of your dishes. You can also start the day with a teaspoon of turmeric powder.

5.  Green tea: remedies for melanoma skin cancer 

This tea contains powerful antioxidants called polyphenols. Thanks to them you can help prevent and treat melanomas. It is also beneficial in curing other skin rashes. Drink 2-4 cups of green tea daily to help kill those cancer cells.

6. Ginger:

It is a great source of antioxidants, and this makes it a powerful anticancer. Ginger tea will help you prevent and fight cancer cells affected by melanoma. You can also soak a compress in ginger tea and apply it to the affected area for 15 to 20 minutes.

7.  Rosemary: remedies for melanoma skin cancer 

 It contains carnosol, a compound with great antioxidant properties that can help you fight cancer cells. You can add it as a seasoning to your meals or take it as an infusion. In addition, you can also apply the warm rosemary infusion on the affected skin, soaking a compress in it. Leave it to act for 15 to 20 minutes to absorb all its properties.

8. Garlic:

 It has fantastic anti-tumor properties, which can help you fight and prevent melanomas. You can add it to your daily kitchen as a condiment, or chew a couple of raw garlic cloves in the morning, to benefit from all its properties.

You can also apply it topically to melanoma-affected skin. To do this, crush a clove of garlic into a fine paste. You can add a few drops of olive oil to make it more manageable and hydrating. Apply it on the affected skin, and leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes. Afterward, rinse off with lukewarm water. Repeat this remedy daily.

9. Essential oils: remedies for melanoma skin cancer 

These oils are very useful for topically treating many skin problems, including melanomas. In particular, tea tree oil will help you strengthen your immune system and promote the development of new tissues to repair those affected and damaged by melanoma. Lavender and chamomile oils are also very helpful.

10.  Sandalwood:

It can help you take care of your skin, and combat dryness or burning in it. Thus, it can be very effective in counteracting the damaging action of the sun on it, thus preventing the appearance of melanomas or other types of skin cancer. Crush some sandalwood with a drizzle of olive oil or some essential oil, and apply it on the affected skin for 15 minutes. Afterward, rinse off with lukewarm water.