If you’re one of those who reach out for the Ibuprofen whenever the pain comes on you should know that you’re not doing anything to improve your condition. All you do is numb the pain for a while but the underlying issue is still present and will strike you again when you least hope. That’s why, instead of buying expensive over-the-counter drugs, creams and ointments try one of the following completely natural remedies. They’re cheap, effective and have no adverse side-effects, which means they’re completely safe to use for everyone.
Here are the top 6 natural anti-inflammatory remedies for joint and knee pain
Rosemary
Rosemary is commonly used for cooking and adds a special flavor to every meal, but it’s also widely used in aromatherapy and massage therapy thanks to its medicinal properties. This herb contains ursolic acid, an ingredient that’s very effective against joint inflammation and reduces the pain and discomfort significantly. Here’s an excellent rosemary recipe for this condition:
- 200 gr rosemary
- 2 cups water
Bring the water to a boil and add the rosemary herb. Leave it to simmer for 20 minutes and set it aside to cool off a bit. Strain the tea and drink 2 cups a day.
Horsetail
Once again we have a powerful anti-inflammatory herb that abounds in a plethora of vitamins and minerals which will relieve your pain in a matter of days. Prepare some horsetail tea and drink it twice a day.
Turmeric
Turmeric is an all-around health beneficial spice but it’s especially efficient against pain and inflammation. For best effects you’ll need to combine it with saffron. Here’s the recipe:
- 1tbsp. turmeric powder
- 1tbsp. saffron
- 3tbsp. organic honey
- 3 cups water
Pour the water in a pot and bring to boil. Add the turmeric and saffron to the boiling water and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Strain the remedy, let it cool down a bit and add the honey. Consume the mixture within the day.
Ginger
Another extremely powerful spice against pain and inflammation that gives immediate results. Here’s how to use it for joint pain:
- 200gr. ginger (grated)
- 2tbsp. honey
- 2 cups of water
Prepare some ginger tea and let it cool down before adding the honey. Drink the remedy 2-3 times a day.
Flaxseed
Flaxseeds are one of the best natural remedies against inflammation and pain thanks to their high level of essential nutrients like omega 3 fatty acids which fight the inflammation and eliminate the pain. For this condition you need to consume 2 tbsp. of flaxseeds a day. You can combine them with whatever you like, yogurt, milk or fruit smoothies, they’re great for breakfast.
Cherries
Cherries have potent anti-inflammatory properties which is why many athletes use them before and after their training sessions. The remedy we suggest below is easy to make and will help your muscles recover faster from the exhaustion.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 300gr. cherries
- 250gr. brown sugar
- 250ml water
Add the cherries and the water in a food processor and blend until smooth. Pour the mixture in a pot, add the sugar and simmer on medium heat until everything is combined. Set it aside and let it cool down for 20 minutes. Transfer the remedy in a glass bottle and store it in the fridge. How to use it? Well just add a spoonful of the remedy to a glass of water and drink it before and after workout to prevent muscle cramps and eliminate discomfort.
