You don’t need to dose yourself with Ibuprofin, excedrin, Ben Gay, or tums to get rid of pain. In fact, you might have the relief you need right in your spice rack or pantry.
Research has found that taking over the counter drugs can lead to gut barrier dysfunction—and may ultimately cause more pain long-term. Here are some tips and tricks to take the pain away with a natural/holistic approach.
# 1 Have Peppermint for Headaches & Migraines – This fresh-smelling leaf has ingredients which help control blood flow in the body. Headaches and migraine pain are often due to poor blood flow, and peppermint oil helps to open and close the vessels that promote flow. Peppermint home remedies also open up the sinuses so that more oxygen can get into the bloodstream.
#2 Vitamin D for Back Pain – Chronic low back pain is a leading cause of disability, often resulting in a reduced quality of life. What if that could all change with a little bit of sunshine and a Vitamin D supplement? Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium, so without enough vitamin D, you won’t get enough calcium. Without enough calcium, your bones can weaken, potentially leading to bone and joint pain, or musculoskeletal pain.
#3 Omega 3’s for Joint Pain – Omega 3’s like fish oil and salmon really help reduce inflammation throughout the body and feed your muscle so your muscle and joint pain decreases. It increases blood flow to the muscles, reducing muscle protein breakdown helping with faster recovery.
#4 Spices for Cramps –Cinnamon has antispasmodic, anticlotting and anti-inflammatory properties that can relieve menstrual pain. Plus, cinnamon is an excellent source of dietary fiber, calcium, iron and manganese. Ginger is an herb that can ease menstrual cramps. This herb plays a key role in lowering the levels of the pain-causing prostaglandins. It also helps fight fatigue associated with premenstrual syndrome and can make irregular periods regular.
Now you don’t have to go to your local drug store, you can get the relief you need right in your very own home!
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