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Arnica Montana

Arnica Montana

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There are more than 30 species of arnica, however Montana is native to Portuguese territory.

In this category you will find all products that have one of the main raw materials Arnica.

 

Arnica montana, also known as mountain daisy or leopard's bane, is a plant species native to Europe and parts of Asia. It has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for a wide range of ailments, including bruises, sprains, muscle soreness, and inflammation.

 

The active ingredients in arnica montana are believed to be sesquiterpene lactones, which have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. Arnica montana has been traditionally used as an herbal remedy for muscle aches and pains, swelling, and inflammation. It is also used topically to treat bruises, sprains, and other injuries.

 

There is some scientific evidence to support the use of arnica montana for the treatment of muscle soreness and inflammation. A number of studies have shown that arnica montana can reduce inflammation and swelling, as well as improve pain and mobility in people with osteoarthritis and other conditions.

 

In addition to its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, arnica montana is also believed to have antioxidant and immune-boosting effects. Some studies have suggested that arnica montana may help to protect cells from oxidative stress and reduce the risk of certain chronic diseases.

 

Arnica montana is typically used in the form of a tincture, oil, or cream. It can be applied topically to the skin or taken orally in the form of a supplement. The appropriate dosage and duration of treatment will depend on the individual and the condition being treated.

 

Despite its potential health benefits, arnica montana can also have some negative side effects. Some people may experience skin irritation or allergic reactions when using arnica montana topically. It is also not recommended for use in pregnant or breastfeeding women, as it may have uterine stimulant effects.

 

Overall, arnica montana is a popular natural remedy that has been used for centuries to treat a wide range of ailments. While there is some scientific evidence to support its use for the treatment of muscle soreness, inflammation, and other conditions, it is important to speak with a healthcare provider before using arnica montana to ensure it is safe and appropriate for you.

 

Know more about Arnica montana!

Arnica montana L. (Asteraceae) is a species native to Europe widely used in traditional medicine to treat bruises, inflammations, muscle and rheumatic pain. The vegetal drug, constituted by the dry floral chapters, is registered in pharmacopoeias of several countries. Animal studies have confirmed the anti-inflammatory activity of plant extracts, which is mainly attributed to the presence of sesquiterpene lactones of the helenaline type. The anti-inflammatory capacity is related to the inhibition of the activation of the transcription factor NF kappa β.

 

arnica montana takes away the pain

 

 

Use of Arnica montana for medicinal purposes:

The use of plants for medicinal purposes is one of humanity's oldest forms of medical practice. In this context, Arnica Montana L. is a medicinal plant, belonging to the Asteraceae family, subfamily Asteroideae, it is widely used in the external treatment of skin lesions, eczema or tendon and inflammation of the joints.
 

Arnica gel, tea and ointment, made from the plant's flower, can be used externally to treat:

  • muscle aches
  • bruises
  • joint pain and swelling
  • inflammation


 

 

Chemical composition of arnica:

It presents in its chemical composition, the aforementioned, sesquiterpene lactones such as helenaline in the form of esters (acetate, methacrylate, isobutyrate) and dihydro-helenaline, esters (arnicolides) and tetrahydro-helenaline. In addition to the sesquiterpene lactones, as active ingredients, alcohols, carotenoids, essential oil, phenylcarboxylic acid, flavonoids, essential oil containing thymol and derivatives such as thymolmethylether, hydroxythymolmethyleter and thymol isobutyrate, phenolic acids, polyphenols, caffeic acid and a complex formed by carotene and manganese.

QUINTAIS IMORTAIS: Plantas medicinais para tratamentos álgicos ...Structure of helenaline

The efficiency of arnica in the treatment of wounds, namely bruises, is due to a substance called quercetin, capable of increasing the resistance of blood vessels and blood irrigation in the injured places, reducing the clot and eliminating the hematoma.

 

Quercetina - Farmacologia - InfoEscolaStructure of quercetin

Another substance, inulin, works as a pain reliever, relieving pain.

 

Insulin Lispro | NEJM Insulin amino acid sequence

 

 

Proven benefits

A 2006 study of people who underwent rhytidoplasty (plastic surgery to reduce wrinkles) showed that homeopathic arnica can significantly increase the healing of injuries. Another study, published by the PubMed platform, found that arnica is effective in treating various post-operative conditions, including swelling, bruising and pain.

 

 

How and where to use arnica?

You should never swallow orally arnica to take the pain away !! It is not recommended to take arnica, because in larger, undiluted doses it can be fatal. To obtain the benefits of arnica, it is recommended to apply the arnica gel, externally, at the site of the pain.

Arnica is used to treat:

  • Trauma, acting on muscles, cell tissue, brain and blood vessels (parts of the body most prone to trauma)
  • Bruises;
  • Twists;
  • Abrasions;
  • Bruises;
  • Edemas related to fractures and rheumatic pains of muscles and joints;
  • Inflammatory processes of the oropharynx;
  • Furunculosis;
  • Insect bites and stings;
  • Superficial phlebitis;

 

 

 

 

 
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