Herbal remedies are generally safe but in specific cases they may cause allergic reactions like skin rashes, diarrhea or stomach cramps. You should consult your physician before trying herbal remedy for pain relief.
Turmeric has antispasmodic properties. Its regular use helps to relieve joint pains. A pinch of turmeric powder taken with honey also relieves sore throat. Topical application of turmeric relieves painful sprains.
Castor is an effective remedy for rheumatic and gout pain. Castor seeds are used as poultice to relieve swelling and pain in joints.
Garlic contains anti oxidants. It has sulphur and anti inflammatory properties. It is extensively used to treat rheumatism, arthritis and lumbago pain. Garlic can be taken in form of fresh cloves, in form of juice and in form of garlic pearls that are available in the market. You should not take more than 2-3 garlic cloves at a time as it may cause stomach inflammation or skin rashes in some people.
Indian Aloe has smooth green fleshy leaves. The leaves contain medicinal properties and the pulp of leaves is useful in treating lumbago, sciatica and rheumatic pain. You should eat the pulp of one leaf daily to treat pain.
It is a powerful remedy to treat sore throat and body ache that occurs due to high fever. Its anti viral and anti spasmodic properties make it a very effective herb to treat pain. Dry ginger powder can be taken with honey or in form of decoction.
Prepare a mixture by mixing turmeric powder, fenugreek powder and dry ginger powder in equal quantities and eat ½ tea spoon of this mixture with your meals.
Arnica is used for topical application to relieve pain. It is gaining immense popularity due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It should not be taken internally as it might cause irritation. Arnica is available in form of gel, ointment and it is mixed in pain relieving herbal oils.
Oregano is a common herb that is mostly used for culinary purpose. It is analgesic, anti inflammatory and antispasmodic. You can sprinkle a tea spoon of oregano on your salad, soup or vegetables to enhance the taste as well as to treat pain.
Chamomile belongs to the sun flower family. It is anti inflammatory and stress relieving herb. It relieves muscle tension and stiffness in the joints. It is also used to relieve arthritis and rheumatic pain.
Chamomile is taken as tea for pain relief. To make chamomile tea, boil 1 tea spoon of dried chamomile flowers in water. Strain the tea and drink it two times a day.
To treat headache apply the paste of green cardamom on your forehead.
For abdominal cramps, grind two green cardamoms to make powder, add honey and eat the paste twice a day.
Cinnamon is a common herb that is frequently used for culinary purposes. It has immense medicinal value. It is useful in treating stomach ache caused by gas and constipation. It also cures headache.
For stomach pain, mix together ¼ tea spoon each of asafoetida and cinnamon powder. Boil the mixture in one glass of water and drink it three times a day when cool. Apply a paste of cinnamon on the temples to treat migraine.
Add a pinch of asafoetida powder in your daily meals to prevent gas formation and stomach ache. For headache, dissolve asafoetida in water and inhale the aroma. It will relieve tension headache instantly.
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