Pain… We live with it, it is part of the human being and it serves to warn us that there is something wrong. It is an indicator of our health, we know it, but there is nothing more annoying than spending a whole day with a headache, or suffering from those joints that prevent us from having an adequate quality of life.
What can we do? Once the cause of the pain has been identified, we must follow the treatment prescribed by the doctor. Never self-medicate. Remember not to abuse painkillers or anti-inflammatories. It is always best to control their consumption and combine them with natural remedies.
Today, in our space, we want to show you which are the best foods to treat various types of pain.
1. Celery and its seeds
Celery is a medicinal and therapeutic food that we should always have at home. It is perfect for making delicious smoothies and tasty salads. It tastes good and can help us fight various types of pain.
- The Shabid Beheshti Medical University in Tehran conducted extensive research and concluded that consuming celery, as well as its seeds, is perfect for combating menstrual cramps. One way to achieve this is by making a smoothie with about 100 grams of celery and 20 grams of anise infusion. You’ll love it.
- For his part, Dr. James Duke published an interesting book entitled “The Green Pharmacy”, in which he explains that celery has more than 20 anti-inflammatory compounds. One of them is, for example, apigenin, a powerful natural flavonoid to combat pain and inflammation.
2. The pineapple
- Pineapple is rich in bromelain, a powerful natural anti-inflammatory that allows us to relieve headaches, stomach pains…
- Remember that its properties will always be more powerful if you take natural pineapple.
- It is also a purifying fruit that combats fluid retention.
3. Turmeric
Turmeric is one of the best natural allies to combat pain. Its active ingredients are very similar to those of ibuprofen, so it is worth always having it at home.
- Turmeric helps us reduce histamine levels and any kind of inflammation.
- It has been widely used since ancient times to treat joint pain.
- According to numerous studies, turmeric allows us to block the production of a specific protein that causes blood vessels to become inflamed, thus reducing pain and inflammation.
- To benefit from these properties of turmeric, you can prepare an infusion. Heat 200 ml of water and add 20 grams of turmeric powder. When it has come to a boil, let it rest for 10 minutes. Drink it accompanied by 20 ml (one tablespoon) of honey. You’ll love it.
4. Ginger
Surely you already knew that ginger was going to appear on this list. It is a very powerful medicinal root, with properties very similar to any analgesic or anti-inflammatory.
- Ginger is a natural source of antioxidants that is excellent to take every day.
- It reduces headaches, relieves discomfort related to menstruation and acts as a muscle relaxant.
- Its properties to treat inflammations come from essential elements such as gingerols, shogaols and zingerons, perfect for treating, for example, joint discomfort.
- You can take two ginger infusions a day to relieve any type of pain. To do this, make a decoction with 200 ml of water and 20 grams of grated ginger root. Accompany it with a little honey and you will see what relief it gives you.
5. Cherries
We know that they are not always easy to get, it depends on where you live or what season we are in. Cherries are that wonderful fruit that doctors always recommend to us to treat, for example, uric acid or to reduce our joint pain.
- According to Michigan State University, cherries can be much more effective than aspirin in treating pain and inflammation.
- The results will always be more effective if we take them in the following way: Based on concentrated sour juice . Just two tablespoons a day is enough to combat any type of pain. Are you up for it?
6. Flaxseeds and Flaxseed Oil (Flaxseed)
- Flax seeds can be bought in any natural store. They are rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and act as excellent analgesics. To benefit from them, you can prepare tasty smoothies with fruits or add them to your salads.
- Flaxseed oil is also easy to find: in natural stores or in the specialized oil area of supermarkets. Do you want to know what it is suitable for? For joint pain. It is perfect to accompany your salads or on delicious toast with whole wheat bread.
- Remember an important aspect: It is recommended not to cook with flax oil, as it usually causes some health problems. It is best to always consume it natural.
7. Nuts
We’re sure your doctor has recommended on more than one occasion that you consume a few nuts a day. It would be ideal if you included about 5 nuts in your breakfast every day. They are rich in Omega 3 fatty acids, perfect for combating inflammation, headache or joint pain. Enjoy the nuts!
Source: Better with Health
