When traveling by airplane, first,  we have to bring medicines such as Dramamine, bonamine, paracetamol and other pain relievers.   In this way, anytime we feel dizzy or uncomfortable inside the airplane, we can easily take a medicine to prevent such a feeling from getting worse and worse.

Next, we also have to choose our seat.  It is better to select the front seats up to the center seats or to the seats near the wings of the plane.  We can feel the turbulence more in the back than at the front. So, if given the chance to choose, we have to make it sure to select the front seats or seats near the wings of the plane.  It is also best to stay in our respective seats while the plane is flying to avoid motion sickness.

We also have to avoid eating too much that could make our stomach full when it is about time for us to board the plane.  Avoid eating especially spicy and heavy foods rich in fat for it will also cause the air sickness worse.  It is also advisable to drink water or Gatorade for it has electrolytes that could avoid dehydration… Avoid drinking alcohol. Bring something to chew such as chewing gum, peppermint and the like.

Avoid reading magazines, newspapers or books while the airplane is flying because it can make us dizzy.  Instead, we may just listen to our mp5 player or music in our cellphone while closing our eyes.  In this way, we will feel relaxed and can avoid ourselves from thinking of getting air sickness.  Take deep breaths from time to time and do it by breathing in through our nose and out through our mouth.

When inside the airplane, try to avoid using a heavy dose of perfumes or colognes and avoid sitting next to someone with strong odors.  This may help to prevent nausea associated with air sickness. Also, avoid looking at someone who is sick because seeing or hearing someone getting sick could make us feel sick as well.

Following these basic and simple steps could prevent us from getting air sickness.  Thus, helps us enjoy and have some fun while traveling on an airplane.

Chemical medications, however, have a lot of contraindications and possible side effects that can do more harm than good.  A June 2007 report appearing in the Harvard Heart Letter even relates that commonly used pain medications can lead to a higher risk of having a heart attack or suffering from a stroke.

Further, Aspirin, widely considered to be a wonder drug, has been found to cause anti-clotting and stomach bleeding.

Surely, there is a safer way to manage pain.  If you suffer from pain and painful conditions like arthritis, your best bet for a safer, natural, more affordable and more effective pain relief medication might not be in your medicine cabinet, but in your garden.  Here are the top 5 natural or herbal pain relievers.

5. Kava.

Kava is one type of black pepper.  Kava has analgesic properties that can relieve headaches, rheumatism, gout and arthritis.  More than this, kava has been known to flush out waste products from arthritic and rheumatic joints, causing long term pain relief.  It is also a great muscle-relaxant.

Kava, however, is best known for its sedative properties.  It can fight off anxiety, depression and insomnia.  It is also effective as an aphrodisiac, increasing waning sex drives.

Mode of use: Kava is available in tablets and creams.

4. Cayenne.

Cayenne is a type of red chili pepper.  Not just used for adding zing and zest to your favorite dishes, cayenne has also been used for pain relief.  Cayenne, scientifically known as Capsicum annuum, has a substance called capsaicin that is said to hinder pain messages from reaching your brain.  In effect, capsaicin reduces pain and inflammation, migraines and headaches, post-operative pain, and arthritis.  Cayenne has also been used as a local analgesic and antibiotic.

Aside from pain relief, cayenne has also been found to be effective as an antimicrobial agent that fights infections.  It is also effective against skin diseases like psoriasis and herpes, and against food poisoning, problems with circulation, digestion, fever and obesity.

Mode of use: Cayenne creams are applied to affected areas causing the nerve endings to become numbed.

3. Pau d’ Arco

Pau d’ arco is an herb that comes from South America and is known to be effective against sore throat and peptic ulcers.

This herb has been known to fight cancer, has antibacterial properties and is said to be a cure for bacterial and viral infections, yeast infections, skin diseases and colds.

Mode of use: Pau d’ arco is available in capsule form, creams or as tea.

2. Turmeric

Turmeric has been known to ease premenstrual pain.  A July 13, 2009 article from Time Magazine describes how a patient with hip joint pains was helped by turmeric after anti-arthritis pain medications failed.  Turmeric lessens the joint inflammation, making it effective against arthritic pain.

A member of the ginger family and scientifically known as Curcuma longa, turmeric is also effective against liver problems, endometriosis, cataracts, indigestion, gallstones and other gallbladder problems, and eczema.  It also contains antioxidants and is said to be a cure for cancer and infections.

Mode of use: Turmeric is available in powder and tincture form.

1. Willow bark

Willow Bark is nature’s answer to aspirin.  Medical studies showed that the willow bark is a great analgesic that eases pain and fights inflammation.  It contains salicin, the same active ingredient found in aspirin.  In fact, willow bark has been known to treat a wide range of pain: from headaches, low back pain, osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps, tendonitis.

More than this, willow bark has high concentrations of anti-oxidants.  It can also be used as an antiseptic, while also fortifying your immune system and reduce fevers.

Willow bark, unlike aspirin, does not irritate or inflame the stomach lining.  Nor does it make the blood thinner.  Willow’s bark has been used as a substitute for aspirin, especially for patients who are allergic to it.

Mode of use: Willow’s bark is available in capsule or tablet form.

These natural herbal pain remedies may help you manage your pain, but they are not to be taken lightly.  Make sure that you consult your doctor if your pain persists, or if you are currently under a pain management plan (especially for arthritis patients).

Medical professionals are available in the hospitals, clinics and health laboratories once we need them in times of sickness. They cater to the needs of their patients. They help their patients get well, and as they prescribe the needed medications for the specific illness after checking and explaining to the patient what is happening within their respective bodies. Health is a basic human right and a responsibility of both the individual and the state. It is a dynamic state of well-being occurring on a continuum where the person functions at an optimum level interrelated with socio-economic, political and the educational dimensions achieved through people empowerment and participation. It also encompasses the different aspects of health care, individual hospital care, public health, medical education, patient care, alternative medicines and a host of other health concerns. Therefore, obtaining a good health is the goal among medical professionals. They cannot say no to an ailing patient for health is a right. Refusing to accommodate such a patient may provoke the right to health. Nonetheless, these professionals will do everything and just about anything to bring back the patient to its optimum level of wellness. In this notion, it is but right to thank them and never accuse them of possible death of a client.

On another point of view, people should not depend on health care professionals. It is best that taking care of one self’s health starts from everyone.  People should learn to take care of themselves. They are the sole reason why they become sick. They are responsible for their own health. People must learn to cherish life fist. They must know that life is so short and should be lived the right way to overcome sickness and illness. Change is the only permanent thing in this world. It is not too late to change. People should change their bad habits and turn them into good ones. They should stop smoking. They should be a good example to their children. They should stop eating junk foods and start eating a vegetable instead. Live a happy and healthy life.

Next to oneself is the environment. One should know what is wrong in the environment in relation to one’s health. They should learn to say no to them and learn to eliminate them in life. In turn, the environment also has its contributions to health. These are in the forms of hospitals, clinics, and the like. Among the modern innovations related to health are health businesses online and health insurances.

On the internet, there are a lot of health articles posted. One should take time and read the said articles. These are eye-openers for people and would possibly change their views regarding health. Health business online is also available. These are online consultations of the signs and symptoms experienced by people. Some online health businesses are the selling of medications. It is some sort of online pharmacy in which one clicks, and they will deliver them to you. This is one convenient way of shopping for medications. Another is the online results for diagnostic examinations. Some companies would assign names and passwords to their customers, and they can log in and check their results online. This is another convenient way to omit the hassle of customers.

Health insurance companies collect partition of your monthly pay. These insurance companies insure money to be spent during emergency purposes. This is an efficient way of saving money and getting ready for emergency cases in terms of money.

Life is indeed so short. Everyone must learn to value life as it is. They must learn to treasure each moment of their lives. They should start right now with themselves. Valuing life and health would not only bring joy and happiness but will also bring satisfaction of living in this world.