Aches, pains and joint stiffness although is common with aging may be associated with other medical conditions. There are many pain relievers that one may use to get relief from the pain but these have side effects and are not good for the body. Herbal remedies on the other hand are free from side effects. Hence one can use it safety. Given below are some popular herbal remedies that are helpful in the treatment of joint pains.
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1. Cayenne Pepper - A hot spicy ingredient of our kitchen shelves it has capsaicin which is excellent for topical application in joint pain. Mix 2 tablespoons of cayenne pepper with 1/2 cup of cocoa butter, lanolin or coconut oil. Apply to the sore joints. Another alternative treatment would be to mix 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with 1 cup of apple cider vinegar and add to a foot bath with warm water. Soak hands or feet for 20 minutes, then rinse.
2. Pectin Grape Juice - Pectin a substance found in grape juice and many plant cells reduces swelling, stiffness and joint pain. It acts as a thickener and often used in the preparation of jellies. Pectin prevents fluid build up in joints. Mix 1/2 cup of juice with 2 tablespoons pectin. Add water if needed and drink twice daily for 6 weeks.
3. Burdock root is an anti-inflammatory and contains essential fatty acids which is effective joint pain natural remedy. Take the herb in the form of capsule or tea.
4. Flaxseed oil which is a good source of Omega-3 (ALA) is effective in the treatment of joint pains. Try to include flaxseed or flaxseed oil in your daily diet. It is an effective joint pain natural remedy.
5. Turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory herb. It can be taken in the form of supplements or topically applied over joint pains. It is an effective joint pain natural remedy.
6. Stinging Nettle which contains protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and magnesium, beta-carotene, along with vitamins A, C, D, and B complex is excellent for the treatment of arthritis and gout. Take it in the form of tea to nourish the kidneys and adrenals and prevent water retention in the body. It can be taken in the form of teas, capsules, tinctures, extracts, or whole leaf. Recommended dosage for capsule form is up to 1,300 mg/daily. It is an effective joint pain natural remedy.
7. Rumoxil Capsule and Rumoxil Oil are effective in the treatment of joint pains
8. Licorice another herb fights free radicals at the site of inflammation and promotes enzyme production. Glycyrrhizin a compound found in licorice helps the body to release cortisol and provides relief from inflammation. It can be taken in the form of tea or supplements.
9. Avocados and Soy have compounds that helps ease stiffness and joint pains
10. Vitamin C enriched foods like strawberries, dark green leafy veggies and bells pepper greatly reduces the risk of developing joint pains.
11. Massage with mustard or sesame oil may be helpful in the treatment of joint pains.
12. Tamarind leaf - A popular home remedy is to boil tamarind leaf in water by adding salt. Pour the water on the affected area to get relief from pain.
Hence we can conclude that following the above mentioned will provide solutions in the treatment of joint pains.