Natural Anti-Inflammatories Herbal Tips

Those of us who are not sure about using natural anti-inflammatories might first like to know what an anti-inflammatory is, how it works, and when we should, or should not be taking it.

An anti-inflammatory has two uses, namely for the treatment of inflammation, as well as helping with mild to moderate pain.
Anti-inflammatories are sometimes called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID's).

Anti-inflammatories are used to minimize inflammation.

When minimizing inflammation, a natural anti-inflammatory will also help ease the pain and stiffness associated with inflammation.

Anti-inflammatories are used as painkillers for many painful conditions such as:

• Headaches and migraines.
• Joint pains such as rheumatoid arthritis.
• Back Ache.
• Strains and sprains.
• Period pains.
• Orthopedic problems.
• Bursitis.
• Tendonitis.

How do they work (NSAIDS) work?

• They block the effect of an enzyme called cyclooxygenase.
• This enzyme is critical in your body's production of prostaglandins.
• Prostaglandins is the cause of pain and swelling in orthopedic conditions such as arthritis or bursitis.
• So, by interfering with cycloxygenase, you decrease the production of prostaglandins and decrease pain and swelling associated with these conditions.

NSAIDs should NOT be used if:

• You are pregnant or suspect you might be pregnant. 
• You are breastfeeding. 
• You have a history of stomach ulcers.
• You are taking blood thinning medication.

NSAIDs should be used only under CLOSE medical supervision if:

• You suffer from asthma. 
• You suffer from liver problems.
• You have heart problems. 
• You have kidney problems.

 Helpful Herbs 
So, having checked out why we need anti-inflammatories, but at the same time seen the many reasons why we should not be taking them, why not take a look at the list of natural "stuff" provided by nature, along with a note of some of the other ailments they can be used for.

Give these natural herbs a chance to see what they can do as natural anti-inflammatories supplied directly from heaven to earth!!

• 
  
• Aloe Vera - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure.
• Arnica - Muscle soreness and sprains.
• Astragalus - HIV.
• Balm of Gilead - Rheumatoid arthritis.
• Basil - Home Remedies for Hair Loss.
• Borage - Symptoms of Menopause.
• Calendula - For acne home remedies.
• Chamomile Can also be used as natural Colic Remedies. as well as for home remedies for teething
• Evening Primrose Oil - Impotence, lumps in the breast.
• Eyebright - Sinus infection home remedies.
• Feverfew - Migraines.
• Golden Seal - Cholesterol.
• Horse Chestnut - varicose veins.
• Lavender - Candida Herbal Remedies.
• Marshmellow - Toothache.
• Meadowsweet - Heartburn and indigestion.
• Myrrh - Boils and spots.
• Rosemary - Home Remedies for Psoriasis.
• Sarsaparilla - Sexually transmitted diseases.
• St John's Wort - Attention Deficit Disorder, Carpal Tunnel syndrome.
• Tea Tree Oil - Heal Acne Naturally.
• White Willow- Gout Home Remedies.
• Tumeric - Depression.