I have been told that yellow mustard oil is very good to reduce swelling which is not the result of injury.
2006-10-31 09:15:03 · 6 answers · asked by Janice O 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
i don't think it works at all try aloe Vera gel
2006-11-01 05:30:48 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is useful for relieving aches, pains and stiffness. It can be used to reduce swelling and is also good for purifying the blood by opening the pores.
A mustard poultice can be applied to the affected area, whether it be a sore muscle or joint, or a chest infection: mix 4 ounces (100 grams) mustard powder with warm water to form a thick paste.
Left on the skin too long, it will eventually cause blisters. For this reason, the pure powder or oil should never be applied directly to the skin. Instead, put the mustard plaster on a sheet of paper or cloth, and place the sheet on the skin. Remove the poultice as soon as it becomes uncomfortable. Wipe the area with olive oil to remove all traces of mustard.
Never apply a poultice to very sensitive areas of the body, nor to small children or babies' tender skin. Some herbalists suggest rubbing castor oil or olive oil on sensitive skin before applying the plaster. You can also tone down the mustard by mixing it with rye flour before adding water, or by using egg white instead of water to prepare the paste (although the egg white does make it adhere more stubbornly).
2006-10-31 09:37:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try arnica cream, it can be bought in most chemists
2006-10-31 09:29:21 · answer #3 · answered by shiloh6662001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but 600mg of Motrin will help
2006-10-31 09:22:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try it with Ketchup also
2006-10-31 09:18:36 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well i dont know if it would work but look at this sight and it may help you. http://forums.egullet.org/index.php?showtopic=23959
2006-10-31 09:25:13 · answer #6 · answered by buzz kill 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋