Dirt in the wound
Published April 27, 2020
It seems that putting soil in a wound — sterilized soil, to be clear — helps it clot and heal faster, thanks to the silicates.The study […] found that the presence of soil in wounds helps activate a blood protein, known as coagulation Factor XII. Once activated, the protein kicks off a rapid chain reaction that helps leads to the formation of a plug, sealing the wound and limiting blood loss.Potential use: “In extreme cases and in remote areas without access to healthcare and wound sealing products.”
