To ease the pain and discomfort of arthritis, anyone suffering from the ailment would try out any sort of remedies that will help him/her in getting relief from the pain. Gin soaked raisin is a folk remedy which has gained tremendous popularity for the treatment of the condition. It is included among those folk remedies such as copper bracelets, bee stings, certo fruit pectin and magnets, which has not been proven yet. Among all these folk remedies for arthritis, gin-soaked raisins became the most popular one. This way the name gin raisins arthritis came into existence. However, nothing much could be said about the origin of the remedy.
The remedy got aired in the 1970s, when the famous radio icon Paul Harvey mentioned about it in one of his popular broadcast. Gin soaked raisin is an alternative medication which seems to have something in it that helps in curing arthritis. With the large number of people, using it as an alternative medication it does have something to offer though no one has been able to figure out so far what actually is it? So far no research or tests or experiments have been conducted on this alternative medication to figure out why everyone claims it to be very effective. There are many variations of the gin-soaked raisins recipe. However, the general recipe is:
1) Take one lb of golden raisins. They are also sometimes called as the white raisins.
2) Put the raisins in a container and add 1/2 pint of gin into it.
3) Stir it occasionally and allow the raisins to absorb all the gin. It may take about a day or two for the gin to evaporate.
4) Once the raisins are ready, consume 9-10 of these soaked raisins everyday. Though, there might be variations in the number of raisins you should eat.
Though, there has not been any laboratory approved test being conducted but many people believe and are convinced that this treatment is effective. A number of explanations have been given to illustrate why this alternative medication works.
Although, there is no proven fact to whether this remedy really works or not, yet there are some theories that support the efficiency of this remedy. One major reason that is attributed to it by a number of people is the presence of sulphur oxide which is being used in the making of golden raisins.
Another assumption is that it could be the placebo effect, that is strong belief in a particular treatment improves our endorphins and pain mediators. Another illustration is that the skin and seed of grapes have antioxidant properties which can reduce pain and inflammation. Since ancient times, grapes in its various forms have been used for treating inflammation because of its healing powers. Take a look at gin and there too you will find some benefits in it. The juniper berry, from which gin has been induced, is rich in vitamin C and has been used as a great source of medication. It acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that helps in reducing swelling, pain and pressure around the joints.
Home remedies should never be taken in lieu of medical treatments; it would prove more effective when taken along with it. Always talk to your doctor first before you initiate any new treatments as it could lead to medical interactions and create complexities. Read on to know more about causes of rheumatoid arthritis and arthritis.
Tips & Warnings:
It can take up to six weeks to feel relief from arthritis. Be patient and consistent.
Don't make substitutions in this recipe
