Mixing bay leaves, rosemary and olive oil: If only I had known this earlier
Make a Balm from Bay Leaves and Rosemary Infused in Olive Oil – A Natural Remedy for Bone Pain and Varicose Veins
Do you suffer from varicose veins or joint pain? Have you tried various creams and ointments without success? Discover a simple and effective natural remedy: an infusion of bay leaves and rosemary in olive oil. This homemade balm soothes pain, reduces inflammation, and offers a natural alternative to chemical treatments.
Olive Oil: A Natural Anti-Inflammatory Agent
Olive oil is much more than just a culinary ingredient. It acts like a healing balm for the skin, bones, and joints. It is used in physiotherapy and is known for its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties without side effects.
Studies have shown that olive oil mimics the effects of medications like ibuprofen and piroxicam. For example, 4 tablespoons of olive oil equal about 10% of the adult dose of ibuprofen for pain relief. This effect is due to a unique compound called oleocanthal, which inhibits inflammatory mediators (prostaglandins). To test the quality of your olive oil, taste it: if it causes a slight burning sensation in the throat, it’s rich in oleocanthal.
A 2020 clinical study confirmed that massage with olive oil alleviates pain, inflammation, and joint stiffness in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, with effectiveness comparable to piroxicam gel or paraffin oil — but without any side effects.
Enriching Olive Oil with Bay Leaves and Rosemary
By combining olive oil with anti-inflammatory herbs like bay leaf and rosemary, you get an effective natural lotion to relieve various types of pain.
The Benefits of Bay Leaves
Bay leaves are rich in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds. They contain:
Sesquiterpene lactones, which inhibit the excessive production of nitric oxide, a major inflammatory mediator.
Cineole, which blocks the activation of the inflammasome, a structure involved in inflammatory responses.
The Benefits of Rosemary
Rosemary is a natural antinociceptive, meaning it can relieve pain without side effects. It contains compounds like:
Carnosol and carnosic acid, which affect inflammatory processes.
Cineole, camphor, and pinene, known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Essential rosemary oil is often recommended for muscle and joint pain.
Recipe for Bay Leaf and Rosemary-Infused Oil
This preparation is 100% natural, with no preservatives or chemical additives. It’s simple and inexpensive to make.
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon dried, chopped bay leaves
1 tablespoon fresh or dried rosemary leaves
200 ml cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil
Preparation:
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