Natural Pain Relievers ( and related )
by Debbie Tapp (Notes) on Sunday, May 12, 2013 at 7:00pm
Homemade Pain Relieving Cream
http://herbalhealthcare-daw.blogspot.com/2013/02/homemade-pain-relieving-cream.html
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Coconut Oil you can also use Jojoba Oil
2 teaspoons Beeswax pellets
2 teaspoons Camphor crystals or 5 Drops Camphor oil
2 teaspoons Menthol crystals or 5 drops menthol oil
5 drops Peppermint oil
5 drops Eucalyptus oil
5 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops white willow bark essential oil
5 drops arnica essential oil
Melt the coconut oil and beeswax together. You can do this in the microwave, in a double boiler, or what I did was set a small saucepan on the stove for a minute or two and then turned the burner off and added the coconut oil and beeswax. Stir until melted.
Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then add the camphor crystals or oil , white willow bark oil, the menthol crystals or oil , arnica oil, and the eucalyptus oil.
Put in a container and allow to cool completely. When it is completely cooled it will be a solid rather than liquid…but the minute it hits your warm skin…it will liquify again. That’s what coconut oil does, which makes it perfect for massaging onto sore muscles and joints.
Before you start taking these herbs or any herbs for pain please research them and find out if you can take them or are allergic to them
Here is a list of Herbs that help with pain
you can add to the recipe above with these herbs
White Willow Bark
White willow bark contains several beneficial compounds that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and immunity-boosting effects. The main active component of white willow bark is salicin, a chemical that has an analgesic effect (painkiller). The body converts salicin into salicylic acid once its ingested. This chemical is what makes this bark similar to aspirin, which is why it's commonly used as a natural pain remedy.
Eucalyptus Oil
Eucalyptus Oil has a number of benefits among which the most well known is that it a strong antiseptic and a perfect oil for aromatherapy. Eucalyptus Oil of Australia helps to clear the mind and focus it. It is also a natural remedy for many diseases because it prevents infections and is a natural vaso-dilator, opening your blood vessels and increasing circulation to promote the healing process of the body for natural pain relief.
Menthol
Menthol has a natural analgesic (pain reliever) attribute when used in lotion, gel, or cream form. As the lotion is applied, molecules called ligands attach themselves to receptors in your cell triggering a change. The menthol ligand attaches to the kappa Opioid receptor, which produces a numbing effect.
Menthol brings a wonderful cooling sensation by stimulating thermoreceptors in the skin cells which help your body recognize temperature changes. Your skin doesn’t actually change temperature. Instead, menthol causes a signal to be sent which your brain interprets as cold, relieving the uncomfortable heat of inflammation. That’s why many first aid products use menthol for cooling in place of ice.
Arnica
Arnica ,relieves osteoarthritic pain in the knee and pain following carpal-tunnel release surgery. It contains helenin, an analgesic, as well as anti-inflammatory chemicals
Boswellia
Boswellia contains anti-inflammatory and analgesic boswellic acids that can soothe pain
Devil's Claw
Devil's claw has been used for thousands of years in Africa for fever, rheumatoid arthritis, skin conditions, inflammation and pain and conditions involving the gallbladder, pancreas, stomach and kidneys.
Valerian Root
This hardy little plant is often referred to as "All-Heal". It is given this name because of how many uses it has. Not only does it treat Back pain, Sleeplessness and Stress, but this plant is also used for anxiety and depression. It has a natural muscle relaxing quality and naturally sooths the mind, bringing a calm and content feeling. This plant even has minor Sedation properties which is what makes it so useful for falling asleep.
Peppermint
Peppermint is used for the common cold, cough, inflammation of the mouth and throat, sinus infections, and respiratory infections. It is also used for digestive problems including heartburn, nausea, vomiting, morning sickness, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), cramps of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract and bile ducts, upset stomach, diarrhea, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine, gas, menstrual problems, liver and gallbladder complaints, and as a stimulant.headache, muscle pain, nerve pain, toothache, inflammation of the mouth, joint conditions, itchiness, allergic rash, bacterial and viral infections, relaxing the colon during barium enemas, and for repelling mosquitoes.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a rust-colored spice, lighter in color than paprika. Turmeric has a slightly earthy taste, and is commonly used in east Asian and Hungarian dishes. This spice is known not just for its aroma and taste, but also for its medicinal properties. Turmeric,known as curcumin, reduces inflammation in the body, and recent medical studies indicate that men who eat turmeric consistently have lower levels of prostate cancer. Reducing inflammation in the body is a key component to good, long health, so learning how to use turmeric to reduce inflammation and pain in your life can have long-term health benefits that far exceed just using this spice as a food additive
Ginger
Ginger has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that can alleviate digestive cramps and mild pain
Camphor
Camphor seems to stimulate nerve endings that relieve symptoms such as pain and itching when applied to the skin. Camphor is also active against fungi that cause infections in the toenails. Camphor is Effective against Joint pain, Backaches, Neuralgia, Rheumatic pain, can be treated with Camphor externally. It is an herbal counter-irritant and most often used as an analgesic for topical treatment. Camphor oil can act as an analgesic too. The physical pain associated with external bruises or sprains along with severe inflammation can be treated with Camphor oil.
Camphor is safe for most adults when applied to the skin in a cream or lotion. Camphor can cause some minor side effects such as skin redness and irritation. Don't use undiluted camphor products or products containing more than 11% camphor. These can be irritating and unsafe. Also, don't apply camphor containing products to broken or injured skin.
Lavender
Lavender is used for restlessness, insomnia, nervousness, and depression. It is also used for a variety of digestive complaints including meteorism (abdominal swelling from gas in the intestinal or peritoneal cavity), loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, intestinal gas (flatulence), upset stomach, painful conditions including migraine headaches, toothaches, sprains, nerve pain, sores, and joint pain. It is also used for acne and cancer, and to promote menstruation.
Bromelain
Bromelain is an enzyme extracted from pineapple stems, bromelain reduces levels of prostaglandins, which are hormones that induce inflammation. Bromelain may benefit people with arthritis and conditions marked by musculoskeletal tension (such as TMJ syndrome), as well as those suffering trauma-related inflammation. What's more, the enzyme may promote healing in muscles and connective tissues.
http://herbalhealthcare-daw.blogspot.com/2013/02/homemade-pain-relieving-cream.html
Ingredients:
1/2 cup Coconut Oil you can also use Jojoba Oil
2 teaspoons Beeswax pellets
2 teaspoons Camphor crystals or 5 Drops Camphor oil
2 teaspoons Menthol crystals or 5 drops menthol oil
5 drops Peppermint oil
5 drops Eucalyptus oil
5 drops lavender essential oil
5 drops white willow bark essential oil
5 drops arnica essential oil
Melt the coconut oil and beeswax together. You can do this in the microwave, in a double boiler, or what I did was set a small saucepan on the stove for a minute or two and then turned the burner off and added the coconut oil and beeswax. Stir until melted.
Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then add the camphor crystals or oil , white willow bark oil, the menthol crystals or oil , arnica oil, and the eucalyptus oil.
Put in a container and allow to cool completely. When it is completely cooled it will be a solid rather than liquid…but the minute it hits your warm skin…it will liquify again. That’s what coconut oil does, which makes it perfect for massaging onto sore muscles and joints.
Before you start taking these herbs or any herbs for pain please research them and find out if you can take them or are allergic to them
Here is a list of Herbs that help with pain
you can add to the recipe above with these herbs
White Willow Bark
White willow bark contains several beneficial compounds that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and immunity-boosting effects. The main active component of white willow bark is salicin, a chemical that has an analgesic effect (painkiller). The body converts salicin into salicylic acid once its ingested. This chemical is what makes this bark similar to aspirin, which is why it's commonly used as a natural pain remedy.
Eucalyptus Oil
Eucalyptus Oil has a number of benefits among which the most well known is that it a strong antiseptic and a perfect oil for aromatherapy. Eucalyptus Oil of Australia helps to clear the mind and focus it. It is also a natural remedy for many diseases because it prevents infections and is a natural vaso-dilator, opening your blood vessels and increasing circulation to promote the healing process of the body for natural pain relief.
Menthol
Menthol has a natural analgesic (pain reliever) attribute when used in lotion, gel, or cream form. As the lotion is applied, molecules called ligands attach themselves to receptors in your cell triggering a change. The menthol ligand attaches to the kappa Opioid receptor, which produces a numbing effect.
Menthol brings a wonderful cooling sensation by stimulating thermoreceptors in the skin cells which help your body recognize temperature changes. Your skin doesn’t actually change temperature. Instead, menthol causes a signal to be sent which your brain interprets as cold, relieving the uncomfortable heat of inflammation. That’s why many first aid products use menthol for cooling in place of ice.
Arnica
Arnica ,relieves osteoarthritic pain in the knee and pain following carpal-tunnel release surgery. It contains helenin, an analgesic, as well as anti-inflammatory chemicals
Boswellia
Boswellia contains anti-inflammatory and analgesic boswellic acids that can soothe pain
Devil's Claw
Devil's claw has been used for thousands of years in Africa for fever, rheumatoid arthritis, skin conditions, inflammation and pain and conditions involving the gallbladder, pancreas, stomach and kidneys.
Valerian Root
This hardy little plant is often referred to as "All-Heal". It is given this name because of how many uses it has. Not only does it treat Back pain, Sleeplessness and Stress, but this plant is also used for anxiety and depression. It has a natural muscle relaxing quality and naturally sooths the mind, bringing a calm and content feeling. This plant even has minor Sedation properties which is what makes it so useful for falling asleep.
Peppermint
Peppermint is used for the common cold, cough, inflammation of the mouth and throat, sinus infections, and respiratory infections. It is also used for digestive problems including heartburn, nausea, vomiting, morning sickness, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), cramps of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract and bile ducts, upset stomach, diarrhea, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine, gas, menstrual problems, liver and gallbladder complaints, and as a stimulant.headache, muscle pain, nerve pain, toothache, inflammation of the mouth, joint conditions, itchiness, allergic rash, bacterial and viral infections, relaxing the colon during barium enemas, and for repelling mosquitoes.
Turmeric
Turmeric is a rust-colored spice, lighter in color than paprika. Turmeric has a slightly earthy taste, and is commonly used in east Asian and Hungarian dishes. This spice is known not just for its aroma and taste, but also for its medicinal properties. Turmeric,known as curcumin, reduces inflammation in the body, and recent medical studies indicate that men who eat turmeric consistently have lower levels of prostate cancer. Reducing inflammation in the body is a key component to good, long health, so learning how to use turmeric to reduce inflammation and pain in your life can have long-term health benefits that far exceed just using this spice as a food additive
Ginger
Ginger has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties that can alleviate digestive cramps and mild pain
Camphor
Camphor seems to stimulate nerve endings that relieve symptoms such as pain and itching when applied to the skin. Camphor is also active against fungi that cause infections in the toenails. Camphor is Effective against Joint pain, Backaches, Neuralgia, Rheumatic pain, can be treated with Camphor externally. It is an herbal counter-irritant and most often used as an analgesic for topical treatment. Camphor oil can act as an analgesic too. The physical pain associated with external bruises or sprains along with severe inflammation can be treated with Camphor oil.
Camphor is safe for most adults when applied to the skin in a cream or lotion. Camphor can cause some minor side effects such as skin redness and irritation. Don't use undiluted camphor products or products containing more than 11% camphor. These can be irritating and unsafe. Also, don't apply camphor containing products to broken or injured skin.
Lavender
Lavender is used for restlessness, insomnia, nervousness, and depression. It is also used for a variety of digestive complaints including meteorism (abdominal swelling from gas in the intestinal or peritoneal cavity), loss of appetite, vomiting, nausea, intestinal gas (flatulence), upset stomach, painful conditions including migraine headaches, toothaches, sprains, nerve pain, sores, and joint pain. It is also used for acne and cancer, and to promote menstruation.
Bromelain
Bromelain is an enzyme extracted from pineapple stems, bromelain reduces levels of prostaglandins, which are hormones that induce inflammation. Bromelain may benefit people with arthritis and conditions marked by musculoskeletal tension (such as TMJ syndrome), as well as those suffering trauma-related inflammation. What's more, the enzyme may promote healing in muscles and connective tissues.
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NOTE: The information contained here is for educational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for seeking the advice of a qualified physician and/or naturopathic doctor, and the information given within is not meant to replace modern medicines or established medical treatments without the proper guidance of a qualified health practitioner. It is only meant for educational purposes.
NOTE: The information contained here is for educational purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for seeking the advice of a qualified physician and/or naturopathic doctor, and the information given within is not meant to replace modern medicines or established medical treatments without the proper guidance of a qualified health practitioner. It is only meant for educational purposes.