Arnica, also known as
Arnica Montana, is one of the most eligible herbs for the treatment of health issues like muscle pain, inflammatory disorders and wounds. This herb is utilized specifically for external treatment of products, though the studies have proved that it is capable of fighting against a number of heart disorders. However, the essence of
Arnica herb has not been proved in this regard and thus, it is better to use it as an external remedy and that too, under the strict recommendations of health experts. The
Arnica herb is very popular in European countries, as Germany has included this herb as an ingredient in a number of preparations.
Source of Arnica:
Arnica belongs to the category of perennials and
Arnica plant flowers resemble daisies. It is found in European and Siberian mountain peaks. The North American countries also grow these plantations. It is the flower head of the
Arnica plant, which is dried to make the health preparations like creams, ointments, tincture, salve and liniment.
Spectrum of uses:
popular herb for preparing remedies for a number of problems:
- It is applied externally to get rid of problems like sprains, pain in muscles, phlebitis and similar problems.
- It is considered as a good remedy for skin problems like acne.
- It is also used for Arnica is a relieving inflammation due to a number of causes like insect bites and muscle fractures.
- It is used as an ingredient for homeopathic preparations for treating overexertion and similar situations.
- The heart disorders like artery diseases and angina are also eligible for getting treated by arnica. But, one must consume it after consulting a medical expert.
How to use Arnica:
You may find
Arnica available in a number of forms like compresses, ointments and creams. Apart from this, you may take it in the form of arnica tea. Also, this herb has been utilized as homeopathy-based pills, injections and so on.
The herb is not recommended for internal usage by children. The adults are also advised to have consultation before consuming this herb in the form of tea or homeopathic pills.
The various preparations from arnica are made possible by adding desired quantity of
arnica flowers with tincture diluted by water. For instance compresses and poultices may be prepared by diluting tincture 3 to 10 times with water.
Some Words of Caution:
- The skin must not be exposed to arnica products for long time, as it may lead to skin irritation.
- The leg ulcers and similar problems are not fit for treatment by arnica.
- Internal usage, without consulting a physician, may lead to vomiting, tremors and heart abnormalities.
- The pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised to consult the doctor for use of arnica.
- It must be restricted to people prone to allergic reactions from herbs.
However, this herb doesn’t interact with any other form of medications.
