Whether it's herbal teas for a cold or essential oils for a headache, chances are you've utilised a home cure at some time.
Your granny could have told you about it; perhaps you found out about it on the Internet. Remember: You tried it. Now you're probably wondering, "Should I try it again?"
It's hard to determine exactly what it is that makes a home remedy work. Is there a real physiological shift taking place, or is it more of a placebo effect? Thanks to recent decades of scientific research into our plant-based medicines, we can rest easy knowing they're not simply old wives' tales. Here are three home remedies you can try for common health issues:
Anti-Inflammatory And Pain-Relieving Effects Of Turmeric
Everybody knows about turmeric by now. As part of Ayurvedic treatment, turmeric has been utilised in South Asia for about 4,000 years. If you are looking for established therapeutic uses for the golden spice, pain relief may be the most important one.
Turmeric's "wow" impact comes from curcumin, according to a number of scientific research. People with arthritic pain reported less pain after taking 500 mg of curcumin than after taking 50 mg of diclofenac sodium, an anti-inflammatory medicine.
The effectiveness of turmeric extract in treating knee osteoarthritis pain is further supported by other research, which found that it was as effective as ibuprofen in these individuals.
Anti-Inflammatory Properties Of Chilies
Chili peppers' primary ingredient, capsaicin, has been widely used in folk medicine for centuries. As of now, capsaicin is a widely used topical analgesic agent. It works by making a spot on the skin heated, and then numb as time goes on. There are several reasons why cayenne or other hot peppers can be useful in the treatment of painful muscles and other types of general body discomfort. Get yourself some capsaicin cream to use as a topical anti-inflammatory. Before utilising the substance in large amounts, it is vital to test your reaction to it. When using jalapenos, be aware that different varieties have varying degrees of hotness.
Relieving Discomfort With Eucalyptus Oil
Pain relief may be provided by 1,8-cineole, a component of eucalyptus oil. According to the results of tests on mice, this component produces morphine-like effects.
A special treat is in store for devotees of essential oils as well. After inhaling eucalyptus oil, it has been found to alleviate discomfort in the body. Eucalyptus oil is the secret ingredient for those who have used Vick's VapoRub as a home treatment for a runny nose.
However, eucalyptus oil inhalation isn't suitable for all people. Asthma sufferers should avoid using this oil, and it may be dangerous to pets as well. Respiratory distress in babies is a possible side effect as well.
