Catnip taken as a tea or juice is used for headaches, stomachaches, colic, diarrhea, flatulence, hiccups and sleeplessness, particularly in children. Drinking two cups of catnip tea a day could significantly reduce the likelihood of developing cataracts. Fresh leaves can also be chewed for headache. It is diaphoretic and antispasmodic. CTS occurs when the median nerve in the wrist is compressed or damaged.
Symptoms range from mild numbness to severe pain.
Use preventative measures such as shaking your hand periodically throughout the day, rotate your wrist to stretch your muscles, and use a wrist pad in front of your keyboard to alleviate pressure. This increases the risk of blood clots. Every 15-20 minutes, flex your leg muscles, ankles and feet. Make sure that your diet is high in fiber and avoid stimulants such as caffeine or tobacco. This will help to improve your circulatory system.