My future sister in law just came back from a business trip to Hong Kong. Since I get a lot of aches and pain with my feet I use a lot of Tiger Balm to help out. However the red version stains the sheets, so when she saw the white version and was told it does not stain she brought me one.
As I was reading the packaging I read out what could be sooved by the miracle product from the mystic east. “Headaches, stuffy nose, insect bites, itchiness, muscular aches and pains, sprains and flatulence. Apply Tiger Balm gently on the affected area.” Yes you have read correctly, “flatulence“. Then I began to wonder, where on my body do I apply this to solve this problem? I know it burns like hell when it heats up and there is no way I am spreading that around that area.
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After some digging around I found out how to apply this for flatulence
Massage Tiger Balm into your tummy then relax with a warm, moist towel covering your stomach and abdomen. Repeat the process when the towel cools down.
@ http://www.medekit.com/controller/Info/page/tiger-balm/TigerBalm-productfocusfortravelfirstaid.htm
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Hello, I was on a forum and somebody mentioned that it says on your site at the bottom for What is Tiger Balm used for: “It is also effective in relieving headaches due to tension; itching due to mosquito bites; and flatulence.” http://www.tigerbalm.com/02_whatis.htmI was just wondering if you could tell me how it relieves flatulence, and the procedure to use that fix? Everyone knows how it’s used for muscle pains and insect bites, but the flatulence is a new one.
Thanks alot,
Paul, a loyal Tiger Balm user
Dear Paul
Sorry for the belated reply. The answer to your question is per below.
Mint Oil and Menthol are aromatic carminatives. Tiger Balm contain Mint Oil and menthol, which have shown to have beneficial effect on gastrointestinal function. After being applied on the affected area topically, the mint’s carminative properties work by relaxing the esophageal sphincter though a local action and thus allowing gas pressure to escape the stomach. ( Reference: Peppermint Monograph, Herbal Companion to AHFS DI 2001 published by American Society of Health-System Pharmacists Inc USA ).
Hope the above helps.
Thank you for your trust and support in Tiger Balm.
Rgds
Haw Par Healthcare LtdTony Yong
Regional Manager
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