Your breast pain might go away with your periods. But, if you feel a lot of discomfort and are looking for natural remedies for breast pain, we have a few for you. You can try a few or all of these home remedies for breast pain and choose whichever suits you best.
1. Kalonji
The seeds of kalonji, also known as Nigella sativa or fennel flower, contain many bioactive compounds, and essential oil is obtained from them. The essential oil of kalonji was used for a study to determine the effectiveness of kalonji in managing breast pain. This study showed that the syrup of kalonji, made by using kalonji oil and paraffin, when mixed in water and honey, might effectively relieve breast pain. You can use kalonji as a natural remedy for breast pain by taking a few kalonji seeds, making a powder out of it, mixing the powder in water and honey and drinking it. Regular usage of this remedy might relieve your breast pain.
2. Evening Primrose
Scientifically known as Oenothera biennis, the evening primrose is medically valuable due to the high presence of fatty acids in it. It may alleviate inflammation by inhibiting certain compounds responsible for inflammation. The most important activity of evening primrose is that it is good for relieving breast pain. In a study, it was found to have similar effects as Vitamin E on breast pain. You can use the essential oil obtained from evening primrose as a quick remedy for breast pain by adding a few drops in tea and drinking it. You can also add it to hot water and drink it. Sometimes, it can be mixed in a carrier oil and used for massaging the breasts.
3. Turmeric
Turmeric might have an antioxidant activity similar to vitamin E and Vitamin C. It may also have the capacity to reduce inflammation. A study showed that curcumin given to women before their menstrual period reduced the breast pain that they experienced. You can mix a little turmeric powder in warm milk and drink it before your periods begin to decrease breast pain. It may prove to be a useful hack for cyclic breast pain.
4. Chaste Tree
The chaste tree, also known as Vitex agnus-castus, is a plant with long-fingered leaves. Traditionally, it was used to deal with women’s fertility disorders, including PMS and breast pain (cyclic mastalgia). A study on humans shows that the chaste tree might be indeed effective in managing breast pain. You can use a few drops of chaste tree oil by mixing in warm water or tea with a little bit of honey. This remedy might help reduce your breast pain.
5. Orange Skin Essential Oil
The oil of orange skin (Citrus sinensis) contains many components which might have beneficial therapeutic effects on the central nervous system like pain reduction, muscle relaxation and mood elevation. A study showed that consumption of orange skin essential oil over time could reduce the effects of PMS on the body. Therefore, it can be used as a remedy to get relief from breast pain. In a cup of warm water, you can add a few drops of orange skin essential oil and drink it. To reap its beneficial effects for breast pain, you might have to diligently follow the remedy. However, it is better to consult a doctor if the pain persists or the condition worsens.
6. Wheat Germ
Wheat germ contains multiple nutrients, minerals and vitamins, which makes it useful for managing various kinds of diseases. So, a study was conducted to see if it is effective in alleviating breast pain. In this study, it was seen that wheat germ consumption significantly reduced breast pain in women. You can include wheat in your diet to obtain the benefits of wheat germ. You can also try wheat germ oil by mixing a few drops of it in a glass of water and honey and drinking it. This can possibly be one of the better natural remedies for sore and painful breasts.
7. Ginkgo
The extract of the plant Ginkgo biloba was found to be useful in the management of breast pain. The effectiveness of this plant extract was seen in a study when the extract was consumed over a while. You can use dried Gingko that is often available in the market and boil it in water to obtain a decoction. Drinking this decoction may alleviate your breast pain.
8. Hot or Cold Compress
A quick remedy for breast pain would be to apply heat or cold to it. To the most painful area on your breast, you can apply heat, but make sure to protect your skin. You can use a hot or cold pack for application on the breast, but if it is too hot or too cold, it can damage your skin, so make sure that you use an optimum temperature for heat or cold compress. Using this remedy might provide relief from breast pain.
Though there are studies that show the benefits of the given herbs and home remedies for breast pain, these are insufficient, and there is a need for further studies to establish the true extent of the benefits of these herbs and home remedies on human health. Thus, these should only be taken under the guidance and supervision of your Ayurvedic physician.
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