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.
Any of the essential oil below can be dosed at 3 to 4 drops in 10 ml (2 teaspoons) of body oil, carrier oil, cream or body lotion. 1  Cedarwood Essential Oil is warming and soothing. 2  Eucalyptus Essential Oil eases muscle aches and rheumatism.  Frankincense Essential Oil is good for relieving muscle aches and pain.