Smart Weight Loss January 2018

5
DIY NATURAL RUB
FOR KNEE JOINT PAIN
Applying this paste directly to any joint
can help relieve joint pain and reduce
swelling. You can experiment with the
measurements of the mixture of the
pain rub, one that would best suit your
needs. You can try mixing a balance of
ACV and olive oil, the oil can lessen the
intensity of ACV. Any of these ingredients
will aid in reducing inflammation if
you choose to ingest them. However, remember
that cayenne can cause fabric
stains so keep a napkin around when you
decide to eat the above ingredients as is.
Ingredients: Two tablespoons cayenne
pepper powder. One cup raw of unfiltered
apple cider vinegar OR warm
1/2 cup extra-virgin cold-pressed olive
oil. Grated one-half inch ginger
Directions: Mix the apple cider and warm
olive oil together and add the grated ginger
and cayenne paper; continuously stir until
you get into a paste consistency. Apply and
leave the paste directly on the affected area
for 20 minutes twice a day. Rinse the application
with warm water and pat dry. Refrigerate
the leftovers of the rub. During reapplication,
stir the rub before application.
Sore joints are something you should take
seriously. Natural home remedies can help
fight against these inevitable joint pains
that are caused by aging. The recipe above
can help prevent and relieve pain during
these painful joint conditions.
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