Natural Anti-Inflammatories
"Let food be your medicine and your medicine be your food. Each one of the substances in a person's diet, acts upon the body and changes it in some unique way, and upon these changes the whole life depends, whether in health, in sickness or convalescent."
Hippocrates 2 000 years ago.
Those of us who are not sure about using natural anti-inflammatories might first like to know what an anti-inflammatory is, how it works, and when we should, or should not be taking it.
Anti-inflammatories ae sometimes called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID's)
Natural Anti-inflammatories are used to minimize inflammation.
When minimizing inflammation, a natural anti-inflammatory will also help ease the
pain and stiffness associated with inflammation.
Anti-inflammatories are used as painkillers for many painful conditions such as:
- Headaches and migraines.
- Joint pains such as rheumatoid arthritis.
- Back Ache.
- Strains and sprains.
- Period pains.
- Orthopedic problems
- Bursitis.
- Tendonitis.
How do they work (NSAIDS) ?
- They block the effect of an enzyme called cyclooxygenase.
- This enzyme is critical in your body's production of prostaglandins.
- Prostaglandins is the cause of pain and swelling in orthopedic conditions
such as arthritis or bursitis.
- So, by interfering with cycloxygenase, you decrease the production of prostaglandins and decrease pain and swelling associated with these conditions.
NSAIDs should NOT be used if:
- You are pregnant or suspect you might be pregnant.
- You are breastfeeding.
- You have a history of stomach ulcers.
- You are taking blood thinning medication.
NSAIDs should be used only under CLOSE medical supervision if:
- You suffer from asthma.
- You suffer from liver problems.
- You have heart problems.
- You have kidney problems.
If you prefer the natural route in healing then you should also take a look at the links below.
Natural Diuretics
Natural Antibiotics
Natural LaxativesAnd Here is the List of Helpful Herbs that are Natural Anti-inflammatories.
So, having checked out why we need anti-inflammatories, but at the same time seen the many reasons why we should not be taking them, why not take a look at the list of natural "stuff" provided by nature, along with a note of some of the other ailments they can be used for.
Give these natural herbs a chance to see what they can do as natural anti-inflammatories supplied directly from heaven to earth!!
- Aloe Vera - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure.
- Arnica - Muscle soreness and sprains.
- Astragalus - HIV.
- Balm of Gilead - Rheumatoid arthritis.
- Basil - Home Remedies for Hair Loss.
- Borage - Symptoms of Menopause.
- Calendula - For acne home remedies.
- Chamomile Can also be used as natural Colic Remedies. as well as for home remedies for teething
- Evening Primrose Oil - Impotence, lumps in the breast.
- Eyebright - Sinus infection home remedies.
- Feverfew - Migraines.
- Golden Seal - Cholesterol.
- Horse Chestnut - varicose veins.
- Lavender - Candida Herbal Remedies.
- Marshmellow - Toothache.
- Meadowsweet - Heartburn and indigestion.
- Myrrh - Boils and spots.
- Rosemary - Home Remedies for Psoriasis.
- Sarsaparilla - Sexually transmitted diseases.
- St John's Wort - Attention Deficit Disorder, Carpal Tunnel syndrome.
- Tea Tree Oil - Heal Acne Naturally.
- White Willow- Gout Home Remedies.
- Tumeric - Depression.
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- Alway remember to consult with a Healthcare Professional before using Natural Remedies, especially if you have underlying conditions.
YOUR NATURAL MEDICINE CHEST
What to Keep in your Medicine Chest
Arnica
Keep a tube of this cream for relief for muscle strains as well as bruises.
Calendula
Use the dried flowers to make a tea and use for stressful situations and also stomach upsets.
Chamomile
Use the dried flowers to make a tea and use for stressful situations and also stomach upsets.
Echinacea
An absolute must for your herbal medicine chest for respiratory congestion and muscle soreness.
Eucalyptus
An absolute must for your herbal medicine chest for respiratory congestion and muscle soreness.
Ginger
Use this herb as a fresh root from your veggie store, or if you like gardening, grow them, it is an excellent medication for colds, respiratory congestion, nausea and stomach upsets
Lavender
Keep Lavender as an essential oil for stress, insomnia and headaches.
Sea Salt
Gargle with this salt for sore throats and also for bath salts.
Tea Tree
Use as an essential oil for skin infections and insect bites.
Valerian
Use as an extract for mild pain relief and insomnia
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