What is Arnica, I have heard that it reduces swelling and bruising? Which is the best kind to take?
Yes, Arnica — a medicinal plant belonging to the sunflower family — helps reduce swelling and bruising as detailed below. It is also known as: Mountain Tobacco, Mountain Arnica, Common Arnica, Leopard’s Bane and Sneezewort. Description: Arnica Montana or Leopard’s Bane is a perennial herb, growing close to the ground. The leaves form a flat rosette, from the center of which rises a flower stalk, 1-to-2 feet high, bearing orange/yellow flowers. The rhizome is dark brown, cylindrical, usually curved, and bears brittle wiry rootlets on the under surface. Arnica Montana has been used in Europe for centuries to treat swelling, soreness and bruising. This product is often misunderstood when confused with ingesting the arnica plant in its raw form. When properly prepared, Arnica may significantly decrease the healing time or the appearance of such. There are many formulations from different companies. Sublingual (under the tongue) or in lotion types are the most often recommended for
