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[just_cyd]

i took 3 advil at 2pm. a full 80 minutes later, i feel no different. how long do these things take to work, if they're gonna work at all?

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[just-cyd.livejournal.com]

no, i've not heard of that. do tell!! i'll try ANYthing right now.

Best herbal remedies for joint pain

[octavialuna.livejournal.com]

Sorry it took me so long to get back with you on this. I know your doc gave you an anti inflammatory but here's the info in case you're still interested:

GINGER AND TURMERIC: people in study report at least some relief from pain and swelling. no side effects. You can drink ginger tea.

PINEAPPLE: research suggests that bromelain, a chemical in pineapple, helps prevent inflammation. Trainers have recommended pineapple to athletes to prevent and treat sports injuries.

RED PEPPER: contains a pain-relieving chemical called capsaicin which triggers the body to release endorphins. also contains aspirin-like compounds called salicylates. Helpful when taken as food, but also when applied to the skin. Old Thyme Herbs carries a salve and a soap, as well as other products, for arthritis/joint pain, in which the main ingredient is red pepper. They have stores in Kenwood and Milford and are also online at www.oldthymeherbs.com . I have bought from them and find their products to be very high-quality.

STINGING NETTLE: I don't have a lot of info on this, except that you can eat the leaves as a vegetable

OREGANO: Oregano is a powerful antioxidant.

ARNICA: This can be taken as a homeopathic, or you can buy an arnica salve or cream or ointment and apply it topically.

Most of the above information is based on either first-hand experience, or by referencing THE GREEN PHARMACY by James A. Duke Ph.D.

Basically with the dietary herbs/foods such as ginger, oregano, pineapple, I would recommend simply trying to incorporate more of them into your diet. Let me know if you have any other questions or anything.

peace,
Christina

Re: Best herbal remedies for joint pain

[just-cyd.livejournal.com]

THANK YOU for the info, Christina!!! i'll see what i can add to my diet; everything but the red pepper should be ok (i don't like peppers). i'll check my library for that book, too.

Re: Best herbal remedies for joint pain

[octavialuna.livejournal.com]

No problem. As for the red pepper, try using topically, such as the soap or salves I mentioned....I think it really does help!

take care
Christina