Muscle aches and pains can be brought on by stress, intense exercise or poor posture. Before resorting to medications, try these natural remedies that have been popular in the Hispanic community for generations.
They are effective, accessible and safe options to relieve discomfort and improve your well-being. Here are some natural remedies for muscle pain.
1. Hot or cold compresses
How to do it:
Apply a hot compress to the affected area for 15-20 minutes to relax the muscles.
Alternatively, use a cold compress to reduce swelling.
Benefit: Hot compresses improve circulation, while cold compresses reduce inflammation and pain.
Bath with Epsom salts
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Ingredients:
1 cup of Epsom salts.
Warm water.
How to do it: Fill the tub with warm water, add the salts and soak for 20 minutes.
Benefit: Epsom salts contain magnesium, which helps relax tense muscles and relieve pain.
Massage with essential oils
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons of coconut or almond oil.
5 drops of essential oil of lavender or eucalyptus.
How to do it: Mix the oils and gently massage the affected area with circular movements.
Benefit: Massage improves circulation and relieves muscle tension. Essential oils also have anti-inflammatory and relaxing properties.
4. Ginger and turmeric infusion
Ingredients:
1 cup of hot water.
1 slice of fresh ginger.
½ teaspoon turmeric powder.
Honey to taste.
How to do it: Boil ginger in water for 5 minutes, add turmeric and sweeten with honey. Drink twice a day.
Both ginger and turmeric have anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce muscle pain
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Additional tips
Stay hydrated: Drink enough water to avoid muscle cramps.
Rest: Give your muscles time to recover.
Avoid stress: Emotional tension can increase muscle pain.
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