Are shoelaces your torment? Do not worry, in this article we will show you how to alleviate them with 4 home remedies.

What are shoelaces?

The stiffness is known in medical terms as deferred myalgia. It is a muscle pain that appears after performing violent or continuous exercises. Muscles have a resistance limit, that is why, when faced with activities that involve physical overexertion, small tears or micro-tears are produced in the muscle fibers.

Normally, they regenerate on their own and the pain goes away. However, sometimes it is necessary to apply remedies to relieve symptoms and speed up the recovery process.

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In this opportunity we want to share

How to relieve soreness with 4 home remedies

1. Arnica and coconut ointment

Analgesic and anti-inflammatory, this arnica and coconut ointment will relieve your sore muscles in no time. Apply it with gentle circular movements and you will see how its components also help nourish your skin and improve your blood circulation.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of arnica oil (30 ml)
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (15 ml)
• 3 tablespoons of beeswax (45 g)

Preparation

Place the beeswax in a container in a double boiler. When it melts, bring it to a simmer and add the arnica oil and coconut oil. Mix well and remove from heat. Use the ointment to rub the affected area twice a day.

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2. Thyme bath

Thyme-infused baths improve circulation and  exert an anti-inflammatory effect that helps soothe the discomfort caused by stiffness.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons of thyme (45 g)
• 2 cups of boiling water (500 ml)

Preparation

Pour the thyme into the boiling water, cover, and let it rest. Before it cools, strain the infusion. Use it to rub the affected area. Then take a relaxing shower, alternating jets of hot and cold water.

3. Infusion of cayenne pepper and honey

It is said that red pepper or cayenne pepper causes feelings of well being and satisfaction. The analgesic effect of the capsaicin it contains makes it ideal for treating soreness.

Ingredients

• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (1 g)
• 1 cup of water (250 ml)
• The juice of ½ lemon
• 1 tablespoon of honey (25 g)

Preparation

Heat the water and when it comes to a boil add the pepper and lemon juice. Remove from the heat, add the honey and stir. Drink the infusion up to 2 times a day.

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5. Alcohol and passion flower

The active ingredients in passion flower  contribute to muscle relaxation . These frictions stimulate circulation and relieve soreness.

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons of dried passion flowers (90 g)
• ½ cup of alcohol (125 ml)

Preparation

Pour the flowers into a glass jar and cover them with the rubbing alcohol. Cover the jar and let the product marinate for 7 or 10 days. Then, filter it with a fine strainer and discard the remains of the plant. Use it to massage sore areas. Remember to store this product tightly closed in a cool and dark place.

As a complement to these remedies,  do not forget to make sure to make up for the nutrient deficit  that may be related to soreness. Rest and avoid exposing your muscles to significant exertion until they fully recover.

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