Who has not ever had “bone pain“? Of course, the bones do not hurt, what hurts, a lot is the inflammation of the surrounding structures (muscles, tendons, tissues, etc.). And that force us to go to the doctor to resolve it.
Phytotherapy level using a scientific name bush, Ribes nigrum, although everyone knows him as black currant. Spontaneous growth in several areas, is grown in European countries for its fruit (currants).
Although the cuisine uses the fruit, more interested in phytoremediation leaves, rich in flavonoids with anti-inflammatory properties and are used since ancient times by simply rubbing the painful area or where a mosquito has bitten to reduce pain and inflammation.
The chemical composition varies according to the bush analyzed. The sheet contains, among others, amino acids, ascorbic acid, phenolic acids, essential oil, anthocyanins, tannins and flavonoids (rutoside, hiperósido, etc.). In the result, in addition, there are many minerals and vitamin C, because seeds are rich in y-linolenic acid.
The anti-inflammatory action is attributed to flavonoids and anthocyanins that act on inflammatory mediators by inhibiting the formation of prostaglandins. Furthermore, by its diuretic effect, helps in the disposal of the body, which improves conditions such as gout. The tannins are useful in treating diarrhea.
Authorized for use to treat painful joint manifestations, rheumatism, gout and as a diuretic. Sometimes used as an adjunct to primary treatment to reduce symptoms of inflammation.
It can be consumed in capsules, teas, extracts and other presentations. Cosmetics used this oil to make soaps, lotions, gels, etc..
Not be given to patients with fluid retention from kidney failure or heart failure. Some people allergic to these fruits, so that they can not consume them.
Not pregnant or nursing. Not interact with medications. The black currant leaf is useful in association with willow and devil’s claw in inflammatory phenomena and pain of osteoarthritis. The oil is used to treat skin problems (dermatitis, aging) and disorders of menstruation and menopause.
Tags: black currant, Bone Pain, fruits, painful joint, rheumatism
