Arnica

Arnica Arnica (Arnica Montana) has been used extensively in European folk medicine. Arnica flower and root have been used as a pain reliever, expectorant, and stimulant. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749 - 1832), the German philosopher and poet, drank Arnica tea to ease his angina in old age. Internal use is extremely risky and is not recommended. In countries where arnica is indigenous, it has long been a popular remedy for a variety of problems. Arnica is remedy for Bruises Sprains Muscle pain or joint inflammation Chilblains, when skin in unbroken Arnica improves the local blood supply and speeds the healing process. Arnica soothes and heals skin wounds and irritations. Repeated applications may produce sever inflammation. Most often an ointment or compress is used for external application.