Ginger
Ginger is quite an effective natural pain reliever that can be used in different ways. Here’s a great recipe for your joint and knee pain:
Ingredients
200 gr. of grated ginger root
2 cups of water
2 tablespoons of honey
Preparation
Boil the water in a pot, then add the ginger and simmer for 20 minutes. Leave the tea to cool down before straining it, then add the honey and drink it. Repeat the process 2-3 times a day for best results.
Flaxseeds
Flaxseeds possess anti-inflammatory properties and contain numerous essential nutrients that can boost your digestion and strengthen your immune system as well. They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can fight inflammation and treat the pain. Take 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseeds a day – you can add them to yogurt, smoothies or salads. Remember not to cook them as the high temperatures can destroy their nutrients and reduce their effects.
Cherries
Many athletes in the USA drink cherry juice before and after workouts due to the fruit’s anti-inflammatory properties. The drink can also help your muscles recover and is very easy to prepare at home. Here’s what you need to do:
Ingredients
300 gr. of cherries
250 ml. of water
250 gr. of brown sugar
Preparation
Mix the cherries and water in a blender, then put the juice in a pot and add the sugar next. Now, simmer the mixture on low heat until the sugar dissolves and make sure to stir constantly. Strain the mixture after about 20 minutes, then pour it into a glass bottle, close it and keep it in the fridge. Add a bit of the cherry syrup in a glass of hot or cold water and drink it before and after your training to prevent muscle cramps and pain afterwards.