DIY: Arthritis Remedies

This article is on herbal remedies for arthritis pain and any joint pain. The recipes will either be using cayenne pepper or turmeric.

The first remedy is using cayenne powder. Cayenne pepper has an active ingredient called capsaicin which can help soothe arthritis symptoms. By using this ingredient on the joints it can help ease pain and reduce swelling.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons cayenne pepper, powder
• 1 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup white beeswax beads

Instructions

1. In a double boiler, mix the cayenne pepper and the olive oil for about 5 minutes.
2. After 5 minutes, pour in the beeswax beads and stir until it is melted.
3. Then place it in the refrigerator to chill for 10 minutes.
4. Take it out of the refrigerator to stir then place it back in to chill for another 10 to 20 minutes.
5. Take it out of the refrigerator, stir the mixture, and pour in mason jars with lids.
6. Keep the mixture in the refrigerator.
7. The capsaicin cream will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks if stored in the refrigerator. Apply the cream to the area of pain in a circular motion. You can apply it up to 4 times a day for a week. It may…