You’re Taking The Wrong Painkillers
Painkillers are a hot topic in the medical world, as nearly everyone has reached for them at one time or another. The most popular painkillers are over-the-counter varieties used to treat headaches, sore joints, and other mild ailments.
This practice is so widespread no one blinks an eye at it, but if you’re taking over-the-counter painkillers…you’re taking the wrong painkillers. It’s time to take a deep look at what painkillers are and determine for yourself whether they’re doing more harm than good.
Many natural remedies provide the same pain-relieving properties as Western options without the negative side effects. In this post, we’ll learn about the hidden dangers of painkillers, learn why painkillers can be so addictive, and create a powerful, yet gentle remedy to ease pain naturally.
Whether you’re dealing with a dreaded migraine during that time of the month or put too much effort into your workout, this remedy is ideal for lasting pain relief. Grab your reading glasses and get ready to dive in.
The Hidden Dangers of Painkillers
Over-the-counter painkillers are a convenient way to experience fast relief from mild ailments, but at what cost? Like any medication, painkillers come with guidelines, but those desperate for pain relief will often ignore those warnings. Ibuprofen and aspirin are two of the most popular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (also known as NSAIDs).
These painkillers are readily available and budget-friendly but can cause ulcers and stomach bleeding. They can also cause the kidneys to malfunction and even lead to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.
The risks with prescription painkillers are even higher, particularly for those over 50, the age group most likely to receive prescription opioids. These painkillers are so powerful that they can cause people to become addicted to them.
And it’s not just the painkillers. Most lab-made pills are made with hard-to-pronounce chemicals that can trigger an addiction. Think about sleeping pills. You take one or two and before you know it, you can’t fall asleep without them. And this is how you start spending your hard-earned money on their pills over and over again.
No sleeping pill can beat nature’s best sedatives – Valerian, Hops, Chamomile, and Passionflower. They are mild, and gentle to your gut. And since they’re all nature’s products, they don’t cause addiction.
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They also can cause ringing in the ears, mental health issues, and blurry vision, and are even considered a gateway drug to heroin and cocaine. Not to mention the danger that’s present if you have children, who can easily overdose on over-the-counter or prescription painkillers.
How Do Painkillers Work?
Do painkillers actually heal pain? Are they simply a placebo? The answer to both of those questions is a resounding “No.” Painkillers like aspirin partner with your nervous system to block pain messages. They don’t actually address the underlying cause, applying a mental Band-Aid over the root issue.
A major downfall of painkillers is that, over time, your body becomes accommodated to a specific dosage. This means that your dosage has to increase so that you feel the same level of pain relief as before, increasing your risk of health issues.
To sum it up, lab-made painkillers only mask the problem by alleviating the pain associated with it. But the issue is still present in your body. When in reality, you should aim for the root cause and aim for remedies that help your body heal faster. And nature DOES provide such remedies.
Take, for example, Calendula, Arnica, St. John’s Wort, Cottonwood Buds, and Cayenne. Together, these ingredients not only help relieve pain with the soothing warmth of cayenne but also work with your body to reduce inflammation and improve flexibility. And it’s not just me who has tried them—others have felt the benefits too.
I used a salve containing these herbs, it’s made by a famous herbalist who teaches you how to make remedies yourself but also provides you with already-made products. Here’s what people say about her Joint & Movement Salve:
Natural Pain Relievers
Nature has given us a myriad of natural pain relievers that work synergistically to give your body the relief it needs. Of course, these ingredients should be used cautiously, but they don’t provide the same health risks as other less natural options. We’ve combined the best of the best in one All-Natural Pain-Relief Tea, which we’re sharing with you today. Here are some of the ingredients featured and what they do for your body.
Willow Bark: Willow bark is among the oldest pain remedies, thought to have been discovered in ancient Egypt. This ingredient is harvested from young willow trees and contains salicin, an effective, anti-inflammatory pain relief agent. Unlike aspirin, the body will convert the salicin to salicylic acid. Some people prefer chewing the bark for fast pain relief, but we prefer the gentler method of steeping it as tea.
Manuka Honey: Honey is a must-have for any tea, but it’s also a potent pain reliever, particularly for oral ailments. It’s antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and a natural antiseptic. Where toxic painkillers don’t address underlying issues, honey can potentially help reverse damage from the inside out.
Ground Ginger: Warmly spiced ginger adds a great flavor to this natural remedy, but it also contains painkiller-esque properties. Studies show that those who took ground ginger for hormonal issues reported less pain than those who didn’t. Ginger is particularly effective with inflammatory conditions, reducing aches and pains.
Turmeric: Turmeric contains curcumin, which is a natural painkiller. When comparing turmeric to NSAIDs, study participants couldn’t tell the difference. The only downside to this herb? It tends to stain everything it comes into contact with.
How to Make All-Natural Pain-Relief Tea
This All-Natural Pain-Relief Tea is an excellent alternative to harmful NSAIDs like Tylenol and Aleve. It comes together within 10 minutes, giving you holistic relief fast! This is a beautiful remedy for cold months, but you can also drink it iced. Grab your favorite tea kettle and mug, and let’s get DIYing!
I learned how to make such remedies through a step-by-step video course, guided by the famous Nicole Apelian herself! She helped me get certified me as a herbalist and now I’m the ‘famous’ one among my friends. I love sharing my knowledge of plant remedies with them.
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon willow bark
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Manuka honey
- Anxiety & Stress Tincture (to remove headaches caused by anxiety or stress in minutes)
Instructions:
Step One: Place the willow bark, ground ginger, and turmeric in a tea infuser or tea infuser ball and place it in your favorite mug. 
Step Two: Fill the mug with water and let the tea steep for 5-10 minutes. The longer the tea steeps, the stronger the flavor and pain-relieving properties. 
Step Three: Remove the tea infuser, stir in the Manuka honey, add the optional headache-proof tincture, and let it cool to a manageable temperature. Enjoy! 
How to Use All-Natural Pain-Relief Tea
This is a powerful remedy that has definitive guidelines. This recipe should not be drunk by children under the age of 16, as salicin can rarely cause Reye’s disease. Pregnant and nursing mothers should also avoid this remedy because the salicin can transfer to the infant.
As this remedy is effective, you should be careful not to overdo it. To quote Dr. Axe, “Most people can consume 1–3 cups of white willow bark tea per day. Drink one cup, and wait several hours before taking another dose to ensure you don’t react poorly.” As always, listening to your body and making an informed decision on how much (or how little) All-Natural Pain-Relief Tea your body requires is essential.
The truth is, nature truly provides us with everything we need for natural healing. You can finally break free from the vicious cycle of making others rich on lab-made products. I stepped out of that race, and now I’m thriving, knowing exactly which plants replace some of the most known pills.
Here are some of the remedies you will find in The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies II:
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Can I buy all these herbal teas & tinctures from you?
Hey Carmen!
You can click or tap the tincture names in the article to get redirected to Nicole’s Apothecary!
Many Blessings and Good Health!