Before getting to these natural anti inflammatory herbal remedies, a brief explanation of inflammation.
An inflammation is simply a body’s reaction to an infection, irritation or injury. It is actually usually a helpful response and shows that your body’s defenses are working correctly.
However, the body can learn to over rely on this response keeping the response going past the point of need or responding with inflammation when there is no substance to fight off (autoimmune disorder).
Improper inflammatory response is responsible for cancer, arthritis, diabetes & more. Inflammation can lead to numerous health problems because an inflammatory response is non specific & somewhat unpredictable.
Luckily, there are many effective anti inflammatory herbs which can help treat any number of inflammatory-based conditions.
Best natural anti inflammatory herbs
* Turmeric is a great herbal remedy for inflammation, including arthritis, tendonitis & auto-immune disorders. Take 400 to 600 milligrams of turmeric extracts (available in tablets or capsules) three times per day. Whole turmeric is best. It may take two months for good effect so be patient. Oh, curry mixtures usually contain a good amount of turmeric so feel free to have lots of curried dishes if you prefer.
* Ginger is also one of the excellent anti inflammatory herbs. Take one to two capsules (500 to 1,000 mg) twice a day with food. You can also use ginger liberally in foods or make fresh ginger tea. Here too, you will need to be patient for the benefits to show.
* Boswellin is a good natural anti inflammatory remedy especially for conditions like fibromyalgia. The dosage is two capsules twice a day or follow the product label.
* Arnica is a widely used herbal remedy for inflammation in addition to a salve for bruises & sprains. Use as directed.
* Bromelain is an anti-inflammatory enzyme. Bromelain is found in pineapple so eat lots of fresh pineapple. You can also buy pleasant tasting, chewable bromelain tablets.
In the same vein, you can eat papaya since it contains an enzyme that has anti inflammatory effects. Here too you can simply chew on good tasting tablets several times daily.
* Devils claw is dual use: one of the better pain-relieving & anti inflammatory herbs. Devil’s claw is especially useful for arthritis.
* Licorice root is an effective, natural anti-inflammatory herb root. Note that long-term use can raise blood pressure and lead to potassium loss. Dose is one-eighth to one-quarter teaspoon of extract up to three times daily.
* St. John's wort is better known for its antidepressant effect but also an herbal remedy for inflammation. Follow label directions.
* White willow bark is also anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving. Use supplement as directed.
There are many other herbs that have anti-inflammatory properties. I suspect that many plant based foods have anti-inflammatory effects whether we know it or not, which is one reason why a diet rich in fruits & vegetables is generally beneficial for health.
More natural anti inflammatory herbs & spices
The following herbs have also shown some clinical or experimental usefulness as anti inflammatory spices & herbs. Again, use these natural anti inflammatory remedies as spices, herbs to enhance dishes or take supplements as directed.
* Angelica
* Black Pepper
* Cinnamon
* Rosemary
* Basil
* Cardamon
* Chives
* Cilantro
* Cloves
* Garlic
* Meadowsweet
* Parsley
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