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Summertime is probably the best time to travel if you have school-aged kids. Take up the last month of freedom before school starts again to enjoy some last minute traveling. Wherever you’re traveling to, be prepared for all the little incidences that may happen, such as illness, sunburn, bug bites, etc.

We’ve had a very busy summer so far. Between traveling to visit my family in the Bay Area to a retreat in the mountains and then another brief trip to Poland and Germany, my son and I have racked up some much needed recuperation after it’s all said and done. Vacationing can be fun, but it’s also a bit tiring. That’s why its crucial to be prepared for things that you don’t think could sneak up upon you. Like jet lag, or achy legs, or tired feet. If you do a lot of walking while you’re vacationing, you probably want to just soak in a nice, warm, bubbly bathtub afterwards.

One of my most favorite brands for soothing aches and pains is the leading homeopathic medicinal care, Boiron (https://www.boironusa.com/). I have been using Boiron products for well over 10 years and started giving them to my son when he was around 7 years old. Homeopathic basically means using natural remedies to stimulate the body’s own healing process. Homeopathic treatments have no ill side effects unless you are allergic to certain types of plants or herbs. Because homeopathic medicine works with your body to naturally heal your symptoms, almost anyone of any age can use this type of treatment.

I was given several new products from Boiron to try since we have been doing some extensive traveling and also wanted to give some temporary pain relief for when my son practices sports. Arnica is a type of plant with many beneficial health properties, with healing and pain relief as some of the best known properties. With Boiron’s Arnicare, the products we tried were the Arnicare Roll-on pain Relief, Leg Cramps, and Foot Care. With the Arnicare Roll-on, the product glides on with a roller ball while the medicinal gel is squeezed into the top. You can squeeze as much gel as you want and I recommend you using the Arnicare Roll-on continuously for a few days. It’s great for sore and aching muscles, joints, and bone area and a plus for kids who play sports or exercises a lot. The Arnicare Leg Cramps is a tablet form and again, I recommend you using it continuously for a few days. And the Arnicare Foot Care is a gel version of the Arnicare Roll-on. So, depending on which you prefer and is easiest to use, the Arnicare Foot Care or Roll-on works any time of the day and especially right after the exertion or onset of problems.

I’ve been using natural health remedies for many, many years and while I might use the occasional ibuprofen or aspirin, I truly believe that taking care of your body naturally produces less negative side effects. In the long term, natural remedies might even be better for your body as they work with your body. When we did a lot of climbing in the hills on our retreat in the Santa Cruz mountains, we needed some relief from the sore muscles. That’s not to say that everyone will get sore and achy muscles, but if you work out a lot, are a dancer, or practice sports every day, then you probably know what I’m referring to. Just like a good massage or a soak in the tub, these Arnica-made products can also help you heal and feel better. Even something as simple as a pulled muscle can be relieved with Arnicare. You just never know when you might need it. After using these products for several years, I carry the Arnicare Gel in my purse at all times.

I was also given the Boiron Jet Lag which I gave to my sister to try and based on her reaction, she indicated she was less groggy after departing the plane. I will be using it when we head to Europe so stay tuned for my own personal results!

For more info about Boiron’s natural remedies, be sure to check out their website: https://www.boironusa.com/. Other products from Boiron that are great for every day use are Calendula creams, Children’s Chestal cold remedies, and Cold Calm for adults.

*As always, consult a professional healthcare practitioner specializing in homeopathic care if you have questions. My statements are not meant to cure or treat certain illnesses. They are based on my own personal trials.

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If I had a permanent back and neck massaging servant living with me I think I’d be pretty happy. But since I don’t and that’s unlikely to happen, it’s nice to have some homeopathic treatment for those days when my whole body is sore. And it’s sore because of running around with my son, getting things done that need to be done, and working on the computer all of the time. For most of us it’s pretty common to end up with a sore and achy neck or back which causes unnecessary pain throughout the day. Sometimes a good massage will work sometimes you just need something stronger.

I’m always wary about topical pain creams because I’m worried about the side effects. The ingredients used in those creams still end up being absorbed into my skin and my body so I need something that is made from naturally derived ingredients such as herbs and plants. Old herbal remedies have worked wonders in the past and from personal experience it’s what I prefer. So when I was offered to try and review Arnicare and Calendula Cream from Boiron, I thought it couldn’t have been a more perfect time. I had just developed a really nasty ache in my neck and it wouldn’t go away for days.

You’ve probably already heard of the company Boiron (http://www.boironusa.com/) who specializes in natural, homeopathic medicine. Their products range from colds to coughs to topical creams and gels and are made with natural ingredients that have been used for centuries. We’ve been using their adult and children’s cough and cold medicine for many years now and they are effective as long as you start right away.

In the case of my sore neck, I was very surprised to find that Arnicare Gel worked immediately on relieving the aches. I used a small amount and rubbed it in and in a few moments my neck wasn’t as sore anymore. Yes, it was that soon and I myself was surprised at the quick efficacy. I don’t recall ever using another product that worked almost instantly. And I liked that it rubbed in smoothly and didn’t have a funny smell either. The main ingredient with Arnicare is Arnica of course and it’s completely paraben-free. Arnicare Gel works on relieving muscle pain and stiffness, swelling from injuries, and bruising. As with most topical medicine I believe you’d have to use it as often as possible until the problem goes away. Arnicare Gel is great for areas including the neck, back, shoulders, leg, and foot. My husband gets calf pain from walking around a lot at work and he was even surprised that Arnicare worked so well.

Next I tried the Calendula Cream which is effective as a topical first aid. It’s great for soothing and healing minor skin irritations such as cuts, scrapes, chafing, minor burns, and sunburn. I did have a bit of a sunburn when I was out gardening and forgot to put on sunblock one morning. The next morning it ached a bit and was slightly red and I rubbed some Calendula Cream on my shoulders. The cool cream soothed the scratchiness of my skin and in a few days I noticed that my skin did not peel nor did it hurt when fabric brushed against it. As a long time fan of Calendula I had a feeling it would work pretty well.

The good folks at Boiron would like to offer 1 LUCKY reader of Happymomblogger the chance to win a full sized Arnicare Gel and Calendula Cream. This is a great opportunity especially with school starting soon and you’ve got teenagers who are into sports. So how do you win this fabulous prize? Read below to find out!

The prize will be 1 full sized Arnicare Gel and 1 full sized Calendula Cream.

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Safe Traveling with Boiron

I was also given the Boiron Jet Lag which I gave to my sister to try and based on her reaction, she indicated she was less groggy after departing the plane. I will be using it when we head to Europe so stay tuned for my own personal results!

For more info about Boiron’s natural remedies, be sure to check out their website: https://www.boironusa.com/. Other products from Boiron that are great for every day use are Calendula creams, Children’s Chestal cold remedies, and Cold Calm for adults.

Boiron: Arnicare Gel and Calendula Cream – Products Worth Reviewing and Giveaway

The prize will be 1 full sized Arnicare Gel and 1 full sized Calendula Cream.