Arnica is a herb that has a long and respected history of treating everything from sore throats to tooth extraction pain. Arnica is useful in all its parts, from the sunflower-like flowers to the leaves and roots.

Arnica hails from the sunflower family and has been nicknamed “mountain daisy” by some.  apply arnica to ease the discomfort that can arise from skin rashes, irritation and infections.

Several studies have linked arnica's use to relieve arthritis symptoms effectively. Patients have found arnica to be as effective as alternatives to NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) in relieving discomfort associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and other forms of arthritis.