Like most antibiotics, metronidazole is prescribed to treat a variety of conditions, and to relieve their symptoms, such as: 1  Giardia (and other parasites) 2  Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 3  Oral and dental infections.  Other bacterial infections that cause diarrhea or sepsis.
Peppermint Essential Oil. Great for: Soothing pain and inflammation. Peppermint oil is commonly used for cooking and as a beauty product ingredient. However, thanks to the presence of l-menthol, one of the best features of peppermint oil is its anti-inflammatory properties. This, when coupled with its natural pain reliving properties, make the oil perfect for the topical treatment of painful inflammation.
Ginger is another essential oil that works wonders for aches and pains. It lessens the inflammation as well as lowers the amount of prostaglandins in the body. These are the body s receptors that effect constriction and so pain. Massage Ginger oil into sore aching muscles; it will definitely give some relief to overworked muscles. Nutmeg has also been used in the treatment of arthritis. Another oil that comes highly recommended for pain relief is Peppermint.