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Peppermint and Eucalyptus Oil for Pain Relief
1:55:43 - 2:05:54 (10:11)
A study shows that the use of peppermint and eucalyptus oil prepares can lead to pain relief by activating channels in sensory neurons and shutting down pain pathways.
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Peppermint and eucalyptus oils applied to the skin can help improve cognitive performance while under pain and have a relaxing effect on muscles and the mind.
1:55:43 - 1:59:22 (03:38)
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Peppermint and eucalyptus oils applied to the skin can help improve cognitive performance while under pain and have a relaxing effect on muscles and the mind. These oils can inhibit certain sensory neurons and activate others, making them a valuable tool in headache treatment research.
ChapterPeppermint and Eucalyptus Oil for Pain Relief
EpisodeHow to Stop Headaches Using Science-Based Approaches
PodcastHuberman Lab
Essential oils containing peppermint or menthol applied to the skin have been found to be effective in providing pain relief for tension headaches.
1:59:22 - 2:02:47 (03:25)
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Essential oils containing peppermint or menthol applied to the skin have been found to be effective in providing pain relief for tension headaches. These oils activate channels in sensory neurons, leading to an analgesic effect that compares to, and in some cases exceeds, the positive impact of non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs.
ChapterPeppermint and Eucalyptus Oil for Pain Relief
EpisodeHow to Stop Headaches Using Science-Based Approaches
PodcastHuberman Lab
Acupuncture works to deactivate pain pathways and activate parallel pathways that can reduce inflammation and muscle tension, leading to a decrease in pain.
2:02:47 - 2:05:54 (03:06)
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Acupuncture works to deactivate pain pathways and activate parallel pathways that can reduce inflammation and muscle tension, leading to a decrease in pain. The precise insertion sites of different needles can potently reduce inflammation and muscle activity, proving that acupuncture does work for relieving pain.