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A convulsion, also known as seizure is one of the biggest symptoms of epilepsy and is a serious nervous disorder. However, not all convulsions can be termed as epilepsy, it may occur due to other factors. Convulsion is a medical condition where the body of a person’s muscle gets contracted abnormally, which led to unusual shaking of the whole body.
Muscle contraction happens due to abnormal, unexpected electrical activity in the brain. It is not restricted to any age group; it can happen to anyone at any stage of life. Alternative medicines are well-known for curing this disorder effectively and can be the great way to give relief from seizure. To minimize the side-effects of anti epileptic drugs, these natural ways are prescribed.
Natural Cures For Convulsions
False Pepper
False pepper is a typical indigenous plant found in India, which derives its support by climbing on other plants.
Alternative medicine takes to use the outer coverings, leaves, and fruits to prepare drugs, which are used to control a variety of disorders including convulsions. The plant has an active chemical called embelin, which has elements of quinine that is anti-convulsant in nature.
Kava
Kava is a crop mostly found in the western pacific. The roots of this crop are taken to produce the drink as they have alcoholic contains, and thus helpful for epilepsy patients.
It can give a great relaxation; however, it may have certain other side-effects, so consult with a medical practitioner before using them.
Valerian
A moderate use of Valerian can treat convulsion in a better manner. From the past studies, it has anti-convulsive effects. Only short term use is prescribed. Otherwise it may cause headache, uneasiness, and sleeplessness. Consult your physician about the level of intake of this herb.
Magnesium
Many people think that the lack of Magnesium is one of the reasons for epilepsy, which cause epileptic convulsion among people. As a supplement, you may consider taking magnesium sulphate. Epsom salt is also prescribed for such patients, as it contains magnesium sulphate.
A teaspoonful of magnesium sulphate every morning is advised for such patients. Otherwise, you can take magnesium supplements found in medical stores. Together it is very important to take nutrition rich almonds, cashews, and spinach. Studies claim a strong link between epilepsy and the lack of magnesium in the body.
Passion Flower
Passion flower is a herb known to fight against convulsion. It has relaxing elements, and is sometimes mixed with other relaxing herbs and proposed safe for short term medical use. Some side-effects such as confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, etc. may exist for patients after taking the herb.
Also, it is not prescribed for women during their pregnancy. Don’t combine or take this herb while you are under some prescribed medicines, as it may decrease the effectiveness of that medicine, so it is always advisable to discuss with your doctor before consuming this herb with any other medications.
Violet Tree
The violet tree is a little tree with beautiful purple flowers, beautiful fragrance, and indigenously found in some parts of Africa, and is used to treat innumerable disorders including epilepsy. According to the past research, this tree has phenobarbitone, an anti-convulsant drug, which helps in curing convulsions.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.