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About Arnica Flowers
This botanical extract is derived from the flowerheads of the Arnica Montana plant. Arnica is a perennial plant that grow in the wild in alpine meadows. Arnica flowers have been used for medicinal purposes since the 1500s and is still popular today. - See more at: http://rg-cell.com/arnica-arnica-montana-flower-extract/#sthash.dfwbOpCE.dpuf
Arnica has been used for many years as a plant-based pain reliever and is touted as a natural remedy to help relieve the pain of arthritis and sports injuries. Anecdotal evidence indicates that it is helpful in reducing bruising and shortening healing time. However, arnica has some powerful side effects that you should discus with your health care provider before you begin using it.
Background
Arnica, also known as leopardsbane, wolfsbane and European arnica. It is a perennial flowering plant that looks similar to a daisy. It has bright yellow flowers and is found in Europe, southern Russia and in woody areas of North America. Arnica grows as far north as Alaska. It has been used as a herbal healing remedy for many years.
Applied to your skin it is said to be beneficial to reduce the inflammation and pain caused by muscle sprain and strains. It is also believed to be able to regenerate tissue and is used for treatment of injuries. Arnica is used to promote wound healing and reduce the symptoms of rheumatic pain, and swelling due to fractures and insect bites. You can dilute it in water and use it as a mouth wash or gargle for sore throat and gum infections, as a rinse for hair loss or as a soothing foot bath. In homeopathy it is used following an accident or shock and is believed to be beneficial in treatment of illness of the circulatory system. The ointment is also used to treat and prevent phlebitis.
Weight / Volume
25 grams
