Joint pain is one of the most common health problems nowadays. It usually occurs due to injuries or wounds in the tendons, bones, and ligaments located around the joints.

People who are suffering from this medical problem may experience the following symptoms:

  • Redness
  • Warmth
  • Swelling
  • Loss of scope of movement
  • Delicacy
  • Limping
  • Tenderness
  • Stiffness
  • Weakness

Unfortunately, joint pain can’t be treated with medications because they have short-term effects. Therefore, today we are going to present you with a natural remedy that can help you to get rid of the pain.

Lemon is a highly potent fruit, rich in magnesium, calcium, pectin, potassium, and vitamins B1, A, C, and B6.

However, most people don’t know that lemon peel is even more beneficial than the fruit and it has numerous health properties.

Here is a list of its benefits:

  • Helps in the regulation of the pH in blood
  • Relieves pain in the joints and arms
  • Reduces gas and inflammation
  • Improves the veins and calms the nerve torment
  • Lowers the blood pressure
  • Strengthens the immune system
  • Detoxifies the body
  • Fights bad breath
  • Relives headaches and tension
  • Provides relaxation
  • Improves the health of the skin, by eliminating the excess oil

There are two different ways to use the lemon peel:
Grind the peel and place it on the areas where you have joint pain. Put a wrap over your joint and let it stay for a few hours.

You can also prepare the following homemade remedy:

Ingredients:

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 lemons
  • Eucalyptus leaves

Directions:

Put the lemon peel in a glass. Add the eucalyptus leaves and virgin olive oil. Let the remedy stay for about two weeks.

Soak a cloth in this mixture and place it on the affected area. Cover it with gauze. Practice this method every night before bedtime.