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Natural Pain ReliefThese Natural Pain Relief suggestions are anecdotal in nature. Please read our disclaimer. |
Listed below are some natural techniques you could employ for Natural Pain Relief.
Essential Oils Used Alone:
Single Oils:
General Pain - Wintergreen, Lavender, Cypress, Marjoram, White Fir, Helichrysum, Peppermint, Sandalwood
Chronic Pain - Wintergreen, Cypress, White Fir, Juniper Berry, Helichrysum, Cedarwood, Ginger, Peppermint, Sandalwood
Possible Blends: Soothing Blend, Tension Blend (See Generic Name Comparison Chart)
Aromatic Application:
Use any of the oils mentioned on this page in a diffuser.
Recipe #1 - General Pain Relief
Place all 6 drops into an empty capsule. Take 2 capsules every 4 hours.
Recipe #2 - Better than Advil
Place all 12 to 15 drops into an empty capsule. Take 2 capsules every 4 hours.
Recipe #3 - General Pain Relief
Place all 18 drops into an empty capsule. Take 2 capsules every 4 hours.
Recipe #4 - Pain combined with Inflammation
Combine oils and apply topically to painful area several times a day, or as needed.
Turmeric: Has been used for arthritis, inflammation and heartburn pain.
Devil's Claw: This herb comes from South Africa and may be effective in managing lower back pain as well as arthritis. Not advised for pregnant women or those with gallstones or ulcers.
Ginger: Known for joint and muscle pain relief.
Feverfew: Used for centuries to treat headaches, stomachaches and toothaches. Not advised for pregnant women.
Capsaicin: An active component of chile pepper, capsaicin temporarily desensitizes pain-prone skin nerve receptors called C-fibers. Can be found in creams with varying strengths.
Birch Leaf: The leaves act much like cortisone, a prescription drug used to treat endocrine disorders.
White Willow Bark: The active ingredient is salicin, which the body converts into salicylic acid. It promotes blood flow and reduces swelling.
Boswellia: Sourced from the frankincense tree, its resin is used to stave off chemical reactions that cause inflammation, and thus pain.
Cherries: Due to the presence of compounds called anthocyanins, you can count on cherries to tamp down pain. They block inflammation and they inhibit pain enzymes, just like aspirin, naproxen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatories" according to Dr. M. Nair.
Blueberries: Full of antioxidants, they kill free radicals that may inflame the digestive system.
Grapes: Ohio University study showed grapes brought relief from back pain. This is due to the grapes containing nutrients that increase blood flow to the lower back, which then alleviates pain.
Pineapple: The bromelain in the pineapple is known to east a bloated tummy. It can also improve circulation, decrease inflammation and stop cramps.
Have you tried one or more of the techniques on this page? Do you have something different that works for you? Share it!
Read the Article: Health Benefits of Turmeric
WebMD: Stress Relief for Pain
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DISCLAIMER NOTICE
Healthy-Living-Academy.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. None of these health benefits, nor ideas for use, have been evaluated or approved by the FDA, nor have they been scientifically verified with clinical tests nor reviewed by medical experts. They should not be used in place of medical treatment when needed, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information is anecdotal and is designed to help one make informed choices about their health. It is not intended as a substitute for any treatment prescribed by a doctor.
