12 Remedies To Stop Your Joint Pain That Have Survived The Test Of Time

Aug 23, 2018 by apost team

Arthritis, which affects about 20% of Americans, can cause people to miss work and have a lower quality of life. At the moment, 54 million people in the United States suffer from arthritis, and by 2040, it is estimated that number will grow to 78 million. Arthritis dates back to the earliest known records of human history, so it makes sense that there are dozens of natural remedies for it. Below you will find 12 of the best remedies for joint pain and arthritis.

Guggul

Guggul comes from the Mukul tree. It is a stick resin that has been used for hundreds of years to relieve joint pain. Guggul is able to neutralize the NF-kappaB, which is the gene that leads to joint pain and arthritis. You can expect to see results with guggul in just about one month. The correct way to use guggul is sparingly. Simply add 1/4 tsp of guggul tincture to half a tablespoon of water. Drink it before every meal each day.

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Eucalyptus oil

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Eucalyptus oil has a variety of different uses. It is an anti-inflammatory, but it also has analgestic properties. It can relieve the pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis too. All you have to do is mix 8-10 drops of the oil with the same amount of peppermint oil. Now add 3-5 teaspoons of olive oil or moringa oil. Now rub this concoction on your aching bones.

Black cohosh

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Black cohosh is an anti-spasmodic, affecting the nerves and muscles. It also works as an anti-inflammatory due to salicylic acid being present in the plant. Take about 40-80 mg of black cohosh per day, Black cohosh also comes in a tincture. If you have the tincture, add about 4 ml of water to a dose and drink it 3 times a day. Black cohosh also comes in capsule form. However, people with liver problems should not use this remedy.

Cinnamon

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Cinnamon's miracle compound is called cinnamaldehyde. This compound works to stop arachidonic acid, an inflammatory fatty acid, from being produced. This means it is great at fighting arthritis. Mix 1 cup of hot wwater, 2 teaspoons of honey, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Drink this twice per day: once in the morning and once at night.

Alfalfa

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Alfalfa has a bounty of health benefits. It can help with joint pan an back pain, but it is also great for fighting arthritis. Alfalfa contains a variety of different minerals, vitamins, and other beneficial nutrients. In fact, alfalfa is just generally good for the body. To benefit from alfalfa you need to brew a tea with it. Use alfalfa leaves, red raspberry leaves, and peppermint in the tea.

Cabbage leaf

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Cabbage has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It has an anti-inflammatory agent called apigenin. A study in 2016 determined that cabbage is exceptional at treating osteoarthritis. Unlike most items on this list, cabbage is applied to the skin directly in its natural form. First you need to release the compounds from the cabbage. Take the cabbage and remove the stem, wrap it in aluminum foil and put them in the oven until they are warm. Now wrap them around the affected area of the body. You'll see relief after just an hour. It is also possible to leave the cabbage leaves on overnight.

Turmeric

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Turmeric has been used by China and India for centuries. They used it to treat arthritis and other joint pain. A study from 2016 verified what the Chinese and Indians already knew: turmeric is great at fighting arthritis. All you have to do to benefit from turmeric is mix a bit of it with some warm milk. Drink this in the evening just before bed. You'll need to consume turmeric regularly to see real effects.

Cloves

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Cloves are another plant that has been used for centuries by the Chinese and India. In fact, cloves are incredibly effective at reducing arthritis caused joint pain. Research shows that by consuming cloves regularly you can reduce inflammation by 44%. Clove doesn't need special preparation. Just add it to your meals or make a tea with it. It also comes in capsule form.

Devil's claw

Devil's claw is harvested from the deserts of southern Africa, and it has been used for centuries by the natives of the area. When the roots of this plant are dried it can effectively treat joint pain. Evidence shows that devil's claw works just as effectively as a drug called diacerein. To benefit from the effects of devil's claw you can brew it into a tea and drink it.

Willow bark

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Willow bark contains natural aspirin, so chewing on the bark will have pain-killing effects. You can also purchase willow bark in capsule form. The recommended dosage is 245 mg per day.

Acupressure

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Acupressure is the process of putting pressure on certain parts of the body in order to relieve pain. Seek a professional to find out which spots are best to relieve joint pain.

Moxibustion

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Moxibustion is when you burn certain herbs, like dried mugwort, to consume their benefits through the smoke. Moxibustion is widely used in the Eastern World. Moxibustion is extremely useful at treating arthritis caused joint pain.

If any of these remedies worked for you, then they will work for others as well. Let all your friends in on these secrets, and allow them to experience natural pain relief.

Our content is created to the best of our knowledge, yet it is of general nature and cannot in any way substitute an individual consultation with your doctor. Your health is important to us!