Chili Pepper
It contains chemical components salicylates which ease the pain and are herbal constituents that provide equivalent pain relief as aspirin.
Some people like the flavor of chili pepper, some don’t. However, no one dares to doubt the medical properties of chili pepper and that is the main reason chili pepper is widely used in everyday meals. The capsicum prevents the action of substance P, a neurotransmitter responsible for the sensation of pain.
A lot of medical researches proved the beneficial use of capsicum so U. S. Food and Drug Administration allowed the production of capsicum-based creams for treatment of arthritis, rheumatism and neuralgia. It is also efficient for severe headache.
Turmeric
Turmeric (Curcuma Longa)- contains special powerful substance curcumin, which is an amazing remedy against pain and inflammation.It can be used instead of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications without any harmful effects on body.It has been discovered that curcumin stops the substance P to transmit signals to the brain when pain is present.Moreover, curcumin prevents inflammation thus reducing prostaglandins activity. Average curcumin intake is 400- 600 mg. three times a day.
Devil’s Claw
Herb that originates from South Africa and is known for its impact on pains related to arthritis. Recent studies in France have shosn that Devil’s Claw is as efficient as conventional drugs used for arthritis, osteoarthritis and bone and joint pain.
In comparison to antirheumatic medications, which can damage the cartilage and cause bowel irritation, devil’s claw protects the bonesfrom erosion, lubricates joints and nourishes articular cartilage.
The root of this plant contains iridoid glycosides which have an analgesic and an anti-inflammatory properties necessary for removal of toxins accumulated around joints. In addition, Devil’s Claw has a tremendously positive effect on back pain and muscle problems.
Researches in Germany have found that this plant significantly decreases the pain intensity, rigidness and weakness in muscles. If you really want to take care of your health, regularly use devil’s claw instead of painkiller drugs.
