Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen are a tried-and-true, noninvasive first line of defence to quell bodily inflammation and relieve pain, though you should talk to your doctor about how frequently to take them. In addition to ibuprofen, I opted for Ayurveda's version of an NSAID, turmeric — a natural anti-inflammatory recommended to me by my general practitioner.
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