- Ginger
4 simple way to relieve back pain
No-pill ways to treat back pain
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Gingerol is one of the active components of ginger. It is widely used for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects.
Ingredients
1 to 2 inches of ginger
1 cup of hot water
Honey (optional)
Method
Steep the ginger in a cup of hot water for 5 to 10 minutes.
Add honey to taste and consume before it turns cold.
Alternatively, you can use ginger oil to massage your back. Do this at least twice daily.
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- Garlic
Garlic contains components like selenium and capsaicin, which are known for their anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. The combined effects of these garlic compounds can be very helpful in treating back pain
Ingredients
8 to 10 garlic cloves
A clean towel
Method
Crush the garlic cloves to form a fine paste.
Apply this paste to the affected area and cover it with a clean towel.
Leave it on for 25 to 30 minutes and then wipe it off with a wet piece of cloth.
Alternatively, you can also chew on 2 to 3 cloves of garlic every morning. Follow this remedy at least twice daily.
- Milk
Milk is proven to exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, and this makes it one of the easiest and most efficient ways to treat back pain. In addition to this, milk is a rich source of calcium that can help strengthen your bones, thereby preventing the recurrence of back pain, which could also be a result of weak bones.
Ingredients
1 glass of milk
Method
Heat a glass of milk and consume it daily. Do this 1 to 2 times a day.
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- Pineapple
Pineapples are a rich source of an enzyme called bromelain. Bromelain exhibits anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties that can be helpful in the treatment of back pain.
Ingredients
1/2 cup of pineapples
1 cup of water
Method
Blend the pineapples with water.
Consume this daily.
Alternatively, you can also eat half a cup of pineapples. You must do this once daily.
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