Turmeric May Be an Excellent Natural Alternative for Greasy Heel

(Newswire.net — January 30, 2017) Orlando, FL — Inflammation has long been believed to be the cause of a wide range of diseases and disorders, and this includes inflammatory skin conditions that impact animals. There are medications as well as natural alternatives such as turmeric that are thought to help fight inflammation.

Turmeric may be an excellent natural alternative for greasy heel. Otherwise known as the mud fever or pastern dermatitis, this inflammatory skin condition effects horses. There are certain areas usually effected by the condition such as the ankle, heel, and knee.

Certain horses are predisposed to the condition, such as those with long hair and non-pigmented skin. Some of the factors that contribute to the development of the condition are insect bites, prolonged exposure to sweat, and exposure to moist environments.

These conditions are believed to make horses more susceptible to Dermatophilus congolensis and staphylococcus bacteria, which may cause infection.

The first symptoms of the condition are mild skin irritation as well as swelling at the back of the pastern. These symptoms may then eventually lead to crusting, scaling, and exudation.

Infection can easily spread if it is not managed or controlled in the early stages. The infection can spread towards the limb, and this may cause trauma and lameness. There are easy ways to treat greasy heel, such as keeping the impacted area clean as well as applying some anti-microbial agents.

Turmeric is an ancient spice that is widely believed to offer a range of health benefits. This spice has long been used to potentially help fight a myriad of medical conditions.

The potential benefits of turmeric are thought to come from its phytochemical called curcumin. Curcumin is believed to contain anti-inflammatory, antiseptic antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-microbial, anti-cancer properties, and many more.

Some veterinarians recommend turmeric to horses for many reasons. One is that the spice has the biggest potential to help control pain and inflammation. It may reduce the likelihood of migration of the immune cells to the injured site as well as the increase in the production of inflammatory chemicals.

Thus, turmeric, through its potential anti-inflammatory properties, may reduce swelling, pain, and redness that usually take place in greasy heel.

The possible antibiotic properties of turmeric may also be ideal in destroying infections. It may help to increase the immunity of horses, and this may be beneficial considering that weakened immunity makes horses susceptible to infections.

This ancient spice also has the potential to help with wounds, scratches, and lesions. The possible benefits of turmeric may be efficiently obtained through curcumin supplementation.

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