Natural Muscle Relaxers

Do you have a bad back or a pulled muscle? Chances are, you are taking in pain relievers and muscle relaxers that contain chemicals. While these may be effective, you can also consider natural muscle relaxers (also known as natural muscle relaxants) that work as effectively without the side effects that these chemicals produce.

Most natural muscle relaxers contain herbs that for years have been proven natural muscle relaxers. The following are herbs that are most common in natural muscle relaxers.

Valerian. This herb has been known throughout Asia and Europe as a natural muscle relaxer. Its sleep-inducing effects affect the central nervous system and gives a feeling of calm and well-being. Aside from that, valerian is used for pain relief because it has anti-inflammatory properties. Valerian also reduces muscle spasms that result from tension and cause pain.

Passiflora. Extracts from the passion flower is a natural muscle relaxer. When taken in the right concentration, it can work its effects as a purely natural tranquilizer. Passiflora also can work its benefits as a natural muscle relaxant without the addictive effects that chemical-based tranquilizers have.

I've found a combination of the valerian and passiflora in Formula 303 that works fantastic as a muscle relaxant. Of course, taking muscle relaxers does not mean that you won’t have to consult your doctor. Always remember that severe muscle pain, if it persists for more than a few days and cannot be treated by natural muscle relaxers might be a sign of another serious condition. In these cases, consulting your health provider is a better option.