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The first impulse when experiencing pain symptoms may be reaching for the pill. However, there are natural alternatives to pain medications that can be of support.
What does pain mean?
Pain is a signal from the body that something is wrong. It can be temporary as with a tense muscle. However, it could also mean that you have a serious health problem that requires professional medical evaluation. However, if you only need a reliever painkiller and you don’t want or can’t take any pharmaceuticals, you can use natural medicine.
Turmeric for pain
Turmeric is known for its culinary uses, it gives curry its yellow color and spicy flavor. Turmeric can also be used to treat many health conditions, including indigestion and ulcers. This spice stimulates the secretion of bile, gastrin, secretin and pancreatic enzymes, thanks to which it has a relaxing effect.
Turmeric also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, it is used as a natural painkiller by people with osteoarthritis.
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Cloves for pain
Cloves are an aromatic spice that is often associated with the holiday season. However, like other herbal supplements, cloves can be used as an adjunct to treat a wide variety of health conditions.
They relieve headaches, nausea, arthritis and treat colds. Cloves can also be used as a topical pain reliever. Rubbing a small amount of clove oil into the gums can temporarily relieve toothache until we go to the dentist.
However, the use of cloves should be approached with caution. Too much undiluted clove oil can actually hurt your gums. People with a bleeding disorder or taking blood thinners should also exercise extreme caution when consuming clove products.
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Willow bark for pain
Willow bark is sold as a dried herb that can be infused like tea. It also comes as a liquid supplement or in capsule form. It helps in relieving discomfort associated with headache and back pain. It has antipyretic properties and helps fight insomnia.
Willow bark also inhibits the production of prostaglandins, which cause inflammation in the joints and muscles. Thanks to this, it is used in the treatment of rheumatoid diseases.
However, consuming willow bark carries the risk of side effects. It can cause stomach upset and slow kidney function. If you are sensitive to acetylsalicylic acid or are taking over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications, you should avoid willow bark. The salicin it contains can increase the risk and extend the bleeding time. Willow bark should only be eaten by adults. If you are taking other anti-inflammatory or pain relieving medications, consult your doctor before taking willow bark.
Acupuncture for pain
This ancient Chinese medical practice aims to relieve pain by unblocking energy channels, strengthening energy and stimulating circulation. To do this, acupuncturists insert very fine needles into the skin. A properly performed procedure can help, among others, for headaches, asthma, hypertension, stomach ulcers, rheumatoid arthritis or even gynecological or urological ailments. The number and length of the procedures performed depend on the indications and needs of the patient. During the procedure, several to several dozen needles are used.
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Warm and cold compresses for pain
One of the most common home painkillers is cold and warm compresses. When to use ice and when to use heat? Relief can be obtained by applying an ice pack to reduce swelling and inflammation soon after muscle, tendon, or ligament tension is present. Once the inflammation has gone, however, heat can help reduce the stiffness associated with sprains and strains. Both warm and cold compresses are suitable for reducing headache. In contrast, for arthritis conditions, moist heat applied directly to the joint will help more than ice. Cold compresses applied to the forehead, neck or calves help to beat the high temperature.
You can buy compresses for hot and cold compresses at medonetmarket.pl
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