Using Lemon Peel To Relieve Joint Pain

Lemon zest can help reduce joint pain and inflammation and can be used topically or internally as an infusion.

The lemon is a citrus fruit that has been prized for centuries for its uses in cooking, cosmetics and, above all, medicine. The fruit is known for its high vitamin C content and the many antioxidants, minerals and essential oils it contains.

Today we know that lemon can boost the immune system and help treat problems such as:

• flu
• common cold
• bacterial infections

In addition, lemon belongs to the alkaline food group. This is a group of foods that have a diuretic and purifying effect.

Despite the fact that lemon is eaten practically all over the world, most people still tend to throw away the part of this fruit that has the most beneficial properties, namely the peel.

Although the taste of lemon peel is not as good as that of the flesh, it has been established that lemon peel contains ten times more vitamin C. In addition, the peel contains anti-inflammatory compounds that may be beneficial for treating joint pain.

In this article we therefore tell you all the properties of lemon peel and we share a simple recipe that you might want to try. Are you interested?

The Benefits of Lemon Peel for Joint Pain

The sour taste of lemon peel is one of the main reasons many people choose to simply throw the peel away.

On the other hand, more and more people are choosing to keep the peel, because they have found that it is the main source of nutrients in relation to this fruit.

From the peel you can obtain essential citronella oil, phellandrene, vitamin C and natural fibers such as pectin. In addition, lemon peel contains natural acids, such as:

• citric acid
• malic acid
• formic acid

The volatile acids contained in lemon peel have an anti-inflammatory and relaxing effect that contributes to the reduction of joint pain. 

Together with the vitamin A and C content, this ensures that lemon peel is able to control arthritis and reduce the chance of premature wear and tear on the joints.

What is also special about the lemon peel is the amount of calcium, potassium and iron it contains, three minerals that can strengthen the bones, muscles and joints.

Treating Joint Pain With Lemon Peel

This lemon zest remedy can help reduce joint pain and is made by combining lemon zest with extra virgin olive oil and eucalyptus leaves. 

This is a very effective remedy that can reduce the symptoms associated with joint pain and inflammation within a short time.

Ingredients

• 150 ml extra virgin olive oil
• 2 large lemons
• 5 eucalyptus leaves
• a glass bottle or jar with a lid
• 2 clean pieces of gauze bandage
• plastic foil

Instructions

• Peel the two large lemons, finely chop the peels, put them in the bottle or jar and seal it.
• Then pour the olive oil over the peels. Make sure the peels are completely covered.
• Cut the eucalyptus leaves into pieces and add these to the mixture as well.

• Close the bottle or jar tightly and store it in a cool, dark place. Leave the bottle or jar here for two weeks.
• After two weeks, use a cheesecloth to filter the mixture.

How do you use this medicine?

• Soak a piece of gauze bandage with this mixture and then apply the bandage to the painful part of the body.
• Then wrap some plastic wrap and a wool scarf around the bandage.
• Leave the bandage on overnight.
• Repeat this treatment at least three times a week.

lemon peel tea

Drinking lemon peel tea is a good addition to the above treatment. This tea can regulate the pH level of your blood and reduce the risk of inflammation that only makes the pain worse. 

In addition, this tea is beneficial in case of digestive or circulatory problems and headaches.

Ingredients

• 1 liter of water
• 2 unpeeled lemons
• 1 teaspoon honey (optional)

What you have to do

• Squeeze the juice from two lemons.
• Put the water in it with the lemons over medium heat.
• Let it boil for ten minutes, then remove the pan from the heat and add the lemon juice.
• If necessary, sweeten the tea by adding a teaspoon of honey and drink the tea on an empty stomach.

• Do this twice a day.

Do you still suffer from joint pain? Then start taking advantage of the many benefits that lemon peel offers from now on and find out how great this solution can be.

If the pain still persists after a few weeks, see your doctor right away.