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Back in 1999, I was hit hard with my first bout of poison ivy. Until that time, I could climb trees which were completely overgrown with it with no adverse reactions whatsoever. Well, that changed in '99! At the time, I was a waitress. I was blessed to have had the opportunity to serve a fireman from Alaska who told me how to ALMOST instantly cure it. He told me to simply rub a bit of diesel fuel on the affected area. OH MY GOSH!! It worked within minutes and I was CURED! This came about after spending hundreds for a cortizone shot and doctor's office visits. I have passed this invaluable information on to everyone I know, as I am a firm believer in it. Most people shy away from this remedy thinking it will burn or stink. Okay, yes it does have a tendency to emit a gaseous odor, but consider for just a second the relief from the insane itching. And no, it does not burn at all. Not at all. It only takes a small dab; there is no sense in dousing one's self in it. I just use a small wash cloth with just a tiny bit of diesel on it. Apparently, the diesel absorbs the oil that is contained in the poisonous leaf, which will "miraculously" dry it up and alleviate all itching!! Kristi Love Check out:
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