Anti Inflammatory HerbsHerbal TeaMany people use anti inflammatory herbs to aid in the reduction of water retention and other factors that contribute to inflammation and swelling.
Some herbal remedies also provide pain relief associated with swelling and inflammation. Herbs, such as aloe vera can be used to reduce swelling and inflammation when applied topically or ingested, but most of the herbs below are ingested for best results.
Many of these herbs can be made into a herbal tea, to make inclusion of them in your diet easy to do.
Here is a list of the top Anti-Inflammatory Herbs.
Herbs to Reduce Inflammation & Swelling
- Aloe Vera:
Aloe Vera has multiple anti inflammatory actions in both its topical and oral applications. It is effective in reducing swelling and it’s associated pain. There are several documents that warn not to drink more than 1 quart of aloe vera juice or tonic in a day. It should also be noted that some people are allergic to aloe vera, so use caution.
- Bromelain:
Bromelain has several components that make it a great anit-inflammatory herb. Bromelain has been documented to reduce inflammation in experimental models and clinical studies.
- Echinacea:
Echinacea juices and teas promote tissue regeneration and reduce inflammation. Echinacea also produces a mild cortisone effect and enhances the secretion of adrenal cortex hormones.
- Licorice:
Licorice has significant anti inflammatory and swelling reduction properties. Licorice is also an effective anti-allergic herb.
- Tumeric:
Tumeric posses anti-inflammatory agents as well. Tumeric actually contains between 0.5 – 5.5 percent Curcumin. Curcumin is an orange yellow oil, which is actually volatile. Curcumin is actually noted as being more effective than cortisol in clinical studies.
Caution: Your health care practitioner should administer all herbs. Please consult them before you start to treat illness with Herbs.
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