5 Surprising Easy and Effective Home Remedies to Relieve Body Pain

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  • Unless there is an underlying medical condition, body pain can be treated at home with simple home remedies.

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  • Body pain is a common problem that can occur due to a variety of reasons. It could be due to fatigue, long hours of sitting at your work desk or due to an underlying health condition.

1.GINGER

6 easy and effective home remedies for body pain

Ginger is loaded with analgesic and anti-inflammatory compounds. Research studies indicate that ginger may be as effective as ibuprofen in reducing pain. The best way to have ginger is with warm water. Here is how.
  • Take an inch of ginger and boil it in a pan with a cup of water.
  • Strain the solution and drink when cooled enough.
  • You can add honey to sweeten the drink.

2.DO Cold Therapy

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When you apply ice on the affected body part, it slows down the nerve impulses in that area thus relieving pain. Cold compression is effective in reducing inflammation and pain in the joints, even among arthritis patients.
How to do it:
  • Wrap three or four ice cubes in a small towel and apply to the affected area – wherever you have body pain.
  • Cooling gel packs can be placed over the affected area, too.
  • Non-medicated coolant sprays can help in reducing swelling and provide relief from pain.
  • You can do this remedy two or three times daily.

 3.Salt Water Soak

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Salt water reduces inflammation and provides relief from muscle soreness. Warm water also releases tension in the muscles and is therefore good for reducing body pain caused due to workout or physical activity.
Here is how you can use it:
  • Mix 1 cup of salt in a tub filled with warm water.
  • Soak the affected body part in this water for 15-20 minutes.
  • You can also just sit in the tub for 15 minutes or soak a towel in salted water and put it over the affected area.

4.Drink Turmeric and Honey

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The curcumin present in turmeric has anti-inflammatory, analgesic (painkilling) and healing properties which help in relieving body pain. 
How to use it:
  • Add one teaspoon of turmeric and honey in a glass of warm milk. 
  • You can also add half a teaspoon of turmeric to your regular tea. 
  • You can use this remedy once daily.

5.Massage with Mustard Oil

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Massaging your body with warm mustard oil can help relieve pain. Research shows that mustard oil contains a compound called allyl isothiocyanate which reduces inflammation in the body. 
How to do it:
  • Warm a cup of mustard oil, either in a microwave or in a pan. Do not let the oil get too hot. 
  • Massage the entire body with the warm oil and leave it on the body for at least 10 minutes before taking a warm shower.
  • You can do this remedy once or twice a week.

DISCLAIMER

  • The information provided here is intended to provide free education about certain medical conditions and certain possible treatment.
  • It is not a substitute for examination, diagnosis, treatment, and medical care provided by a licensed and qualified health professional.
  • If you believe you, your child or someone you know suffers from the conditions described herein, please see your health care provider immediately.
  • Do not attempt to treat yourself, your child, or anyone else without proper medical supervision.

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