4. Cloves
Often used for toothaches, cloves are just as effective for joint pain. A teaspoon is enough to benefit from their natural analgesic properties, which help soothe pain and reduce inflammation.
5. Black pepper
Black peppercorns (one teaspoon) act as a thermogenic stimulant. They warm the body and boost blood circulation, allowing the active ingredients of the other ingredients to penetrate more effectively.
Detailed recipe for knee oil
Preparing this oil requires a little patience, but the process is simple and guarantees optimal extraction of the active ingredients. Here’s how to proceed:
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- Preparing the solid ingredients: Take a small, clean glass jar. Cut the fresh ginger into pieces and place them at the bottom. Slice the garlic clove thinly. Cut the red onion into pieces. Add everything to the jar, along with the teaspoon of cloves and the teaspoon of black peppercorns.
- Adding the oil base: Pour virgin olive oil over the ingredients until they are completely submerged. The olive oil acts as a golden base that will capture the healing properties of the plants while nourishing and softening the skin.
- Infusion in a double boiler: This is the crucial step. Take a saucepan and place a small cloth or tea towel at the bottom (to prevent the jar from directly touching the heat source). Place your jar on the cloth and fill the saucepan with water halfway up the side of the jar. Heat gently for 40 minutes . This gentle heat allows the ingredients to release their active compounds into the oil without burning them.
- Filtration and storage: Once the time is up, remove the jar and let it cool slightly. Filter the oil using cheesecloth or a fine sieve to remove all the particles. Pour the resulting oil into a clean glass container.
This oil can be stored for a long time in the refrigerator, ready to use as soon as the pain is felt.
Important: Skin Tolerance Test
Before using this remedy for the first time, it is essential to perform an allergy test. Apply a drop of the prepared oil to the inside of your elbow and wait approximately 15 minutes. If your skin remains calm, without redness or itching, the oil is suitable for you.
The application protocol for optimal relief
To fully benefit from this natural treatment, simply applying the oil is not enough. Combining it with cabbage leaves creates an occlusive effect that promotes the penetration of the active ingredients.
The step-by-step method:
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- Massage: Apply a small amount of your medicinal oil to the sore knee. Massage gently to allow it to penetrate and stimulate circulation.
- Preparing the leaf: Take a nice cabbage leaf. For increased efficiency, you can flatten it slightly with a rolling pin to break the fibers and release the cabbage juices.
- The honey trick (optional): For an even more soothing effect, you can spread two to three teaspoons of honey directly onto the cabbage leaf before applying it.
- Application: Place the cabbage leaf (honey side against the skin if using) on your oiled knee.
- Securing: Wrap everything with cling film or an elastic bandage to hold the sheet in place and create heat.
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Leave this poultice on for 2 to 3 hours to allow the remedy to take effect. For deeper action and more intense relief, you can leave the bandage in place overnight.
This simple method acts as a natural anti-inflammatory and gently relieves pain. With regular use, you could rediscover the joy of movement, improve blood circulation, and say goodbye to leg fatigue.