The Best Foods For Pain

If you are experiencing pain, or want to avoid it, there are foods and drinks that can help you. Inflammation is generally the root cause of pain. So the first step is to avoid foods that you are sensitive to because they will cause inflammation. The second thing you can do is to avoid highly procssed foods because most of them contain ingredients that cause inflammation. Here are some of the best foods for pain.

Mint

Peppermint tea is commonly used to settle an upset stomach or to relieve pain caused by a digestive issue. Pure peppermint essential oil can be diulted and used topically on your skin and will create a cool tingling sensation that may provide relief for some types of pain.

Blueberries

Bluerries are full of antioxidants which makes them good at reducing inflammation. Wild blueberries are considered even better than organic by some. This is because they have adapted to their enviornment and may contain more of a variety of plant phytonutrients than cultivated blueverries. It's easy to add them to your diet as an addition to foods and smoothies.

Ginger

Ginger has been used as a medicine for thousands of years. Some cultures take it daily to help prevent health issues that cause pain. It has also been used to decrease nausea and manage indigestion. If you don't enjoy the spiciness and flavor of ginger, you can take a high quality ginger supplement to get the benefits.

Lavender

Just the smell of lavender may be calming and soothing for you. Pure lavender essential oil can be diluted and applied topically to relax your muscles and reduce inflammation. For some, applying diluted lavender to the back of the neck or to the temples can help reduce headache pain.

Clove

Clove has been traditionally used to relieve dental pain. It is a powerful spice that contains antioxidants and other plant compounds that may also have antifungal and antiviral properties. It is very strong when used as a pure essential oil and should always be diluted before using. You'll just need a tiny amount to see if you can benefit from this powerful spice.

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