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  • From: "Brian Murphy" <brmurphy AT mindspring.com>
  • To: "Market Farming" <market-farming AT lists.ibiblio.org>
  • Subject: RE: [Market-farming] poison ivy
  • Date: Thu, 11 Mar 2004 09:16:56 -0500

It is a shame that incorrect information about Poison Ivy continues to be passed around. 
 
The oil CAN NOT enter your blood system. Many doctors are ignorant when it comes to Poison Ivy. They tell you what they "think" and/or what you want to hear.
 
The general public, also being ignorant about the properties of urusiol oil, make incorrect assumptions and hypotheses based on general observations and experiences.
 
 
Myth Fact
Poison Ivy rash is contagious. Rubbing the rashes won't spread poison ivy to other parts of your body (or to another person). You spread the rash only if urushiol oil -- the sticky, resinlike substance that causes the rash -- has been left on your hands.
You can catch poison ivy simply by being near the plants Direct contact is needed to release urusiol oil. Stay away from forest fires, direct burning, or anything else that can cause the oil to become airborne such as a lawnmower, trimmer, etc.
Leaves of three, let them be Poison sumac has 7 to 13 leaves on a branch, although poison ivy and oak have 3 leaves per cluster.
Do not worry about dead plants Urushiol oil stays active on any surface, including dead plants, for up to 5 years.
Breaking the blisters releases urushiol oil that can spread Not true. But your wounds can become infected and you may make the scarring worse. In very extreme cases, excessive fluid may need to be withdrawn by a doctor.
I've been in poison ivy many times and never broken out. I'm immune. Not necessarily true. Upwards of 90% of people are allergic to urushiol oil, it's a matter of time and exposure. The more times you are exposed to urushiol, the more likely it is that you will break out with an allergic rash. For the first time sufferer, it generally takes longer for the rash to show up - generally in 7 to 10 days.
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From: market-farming-bounces AT lists.ibiblio.org [mailto:market-farming-bounces AT lists.ibiblio.org]On Behalf Of Andrews, Shirley F.
Sent: Thursday, March 11, 2004 7:14 AM
To: Market Farming
Subject: RE: [Market-farming] poison ivy

Eating the plant would be equivalent to our modern day form of Homeopathic medicine where like treats like.  It is available is pill form from health food stores.  Many people do take it especially utility workers and it seems to work for them.  It is one of the top most toxic plants in the world and over 66% of the population is allergic to it.  I have personally experienced it all my life and the result is a histamine reaction from my immune system.  I am extremely careful to avoid it but still contact it 1-2 times per year.  Regardless of what anyone says it does get in the blood stream and travel.  Last fall I had a terrible experience with it, went to a doctor for treatment and had a worse experience with the steroid treatment.  Washing it off only helps if it is done within the first few minutes of contact.  Each person will react differently and yes the reaction can vary throughout life as changes in your immune system occur.  I have been researching herbal treatments which include Echinacea tincture and kaolin clay packs to draw out toxins.  Blended oatmeal packs also work but avoidance is the best.

 

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In a message dated 3/10/2004 1:03:11 PM Pacific Standard Time, liz AT laughingbrookfarm.com writes:



indians used to eat it



I do remember when I was a kid there was "an old wives tale" that eating poison ivy gave you immunity....   I had the shots instead, which haven't been given in many years.  I wonder if that tale was actually true and would love to hear from the brave idiot willing to try it...
Wendy Akin




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