Cabbage, known for its health benefits and high nutritional value, is low in calories and rich in Vitamin C, potassium, and Vitamin K.
Used for centuries to reduce swelling and bruises, studies show that cabbage may even help prevent cancer.
Cabbage contains essential nutrients like phytonutrients, anthocyanins (antioxidants), and glutamine (an amino acid) with healing properties useful for treating joint pain and swelling.
These nutrients can help with painful joints. Here’s how:
You will need:
How to do it:
1. Remove the outer leaves of the cabbage, wash, and cut off the tough stem.
2. Use a rolling pin to release the healing juices from the cabbage.
3. Place the leaves in foil, heat in the oven, then apply to the affected area, securing with bandages or gauze.
4. Leave on for an hour, repeat thrice daily, and rinse off each time.
If a cold compress is preferred, refrigerate the leaves before applying for effects the next day.
Though rare, if sensitivity occurs, remove the compress immediately.
Consult a doctor before use if severe or persistent pain is present.
I prefer natural remedies before medications.
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