Take homeopathic arnica internally, or apply a topical cream to banged-up body parts to decrease swelling, numb the pain, and speed healing.
NatraBio's Arnica Rub
Cuts and scrapes
Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
Marigold-derived calendula speeds up the healing of minor scrapes and shallow cuts. Clean the wound, then apply a generous coating of calendula ointment or salve.
Weleda Calendula Ointment
Minor burns and sunburn
Aloe (Aloe vera)
Studies have shown that smoothing on aloe vera gel makes burns heal faster and reduces swelling. And the gel cools the painful heat.
Jason Natural Products Aloe Vera 98% Moisturizing Gel
Bee stings
Apis mellifica
Tuck three 30c homeopathic pellets under your tongue three times a day until you're ouch free. Be sure to remove the stinger first (a baking soda paste can help draw it out).
Boiron Apis Mellifica
Bug bitess
Ledum palustre
Another homeopathic remedy, this works best as part of a salve made with other pain- and itch-fighters, including calendula and Apis mellifica.
Hyland's Bug Bite Ointment
Source: Lisa Arnold, ND. Arnold has a private practice in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
