The Flyover Fiasco and Arnica to the Rescue
Picture this: I fall hard—scraped knee, bruised leg, and I’m alone. I could barely get up. But I had my trusty Arnica 200 in my purse, popped a dose, and honestly—within 5 minutes the throbbing eased, the swelling didn’t get worse, and I could limp to my car. I drove myself home, bruised ego and all, but grateful I had it with me.
Why Arnica 200 is a MUST:
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Top-tier remedy for pain, bruising, swelling after falls/trauma
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I keep a bottle of Arnica 200 in my purse and it’s saved me more times than I can count.
Turbulence and Tummy Trouble = Nux Vomica
Next, flying to visit my family, turbulence aside, I downed airplane food (which I usuall try to avoid) that did NOT agree with me. I was bloated, gassy, heartburn city. I took Nux vomica 200 from my kit and poof—relief in under 30 minutes. Like magic!
Why Nux works:
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Calms indigestion, heartburn, cramps after too-rich meals
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Targeted for gastric upset from stress or overeating—travel essential.
Bonus uses: Nausea, hangover, irritability—travel buddy approved!
Arnica montana 200 – The Injury Healer
Nickname: The “First-aid in a bottle” remedy.
What it’s for:
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Falls, blows, bruises, sprains
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Shock or trauma (physical or emotional)
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Muscle soreness, overexertion (think post-hike soreness or gym injuries)
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Feeling “beaten up” physically
How it feels:
“I’m okay, don’t touch me!” – Arnica people often deny they’re hurt, even if they clearly are. There’s a fear of being touched and a tendency to downplay injuries.
“I’m okay, don’t touch me!” – Arnica people often deny they’re hurt, even if they clearly are. There’s a fear of being touched and a tendency to downplay injuries.
Use when:
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You fall, bang your head, twist your ankle
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Bruising or swelling appears or is about to
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Post-surgery, dental work, or after long travel that makes your body ache
Dose tip:
Take a dose immediately after the injury. Repeat as needed every few hours for acute trauma.
Take a dose immediately after the injury. Repeat as needed every few hours for acute trauma.
Aconite 200 – The Shock Stopper
Nickname: The “Sudden onset” remedy
What it’s for:
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Panic attacks, sudden fright, accidents
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High fever that comes on quickly (especially after exposure to cold wind)
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Palpitations, restlessness, fear of death
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Sudden illnesses that strike like lightning
How it feels:
“I’m going to die!” – The fear is intense, often irrational. The person may appear flushed, frightened, restless, and even sweaty.
“I’m going to die!” – The fear is intense, often irrational. The person may appear flushed, frightened, restless, and even sweaty.
Use when:
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You feel sudden anxiety or palpitations, especially after a fright
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A child spikes a fever at night after a windy day out
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Emotional shock from an argument, bad news, or a near-accident
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First signs of a cold or flu (if symptoms come on fast)
Dose tip:
Take immediately when symptoms begin. Works best when used as soon as the first signs appear.
Take immediately when symptoms begin. Works best when used as soon as the first signs appear.
Arsenicum album 200 – The Food Poisoning Fixer
Nickname: The “Worrier’s remedy”
What it’s for:
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Vomiting, diarrhea, food poisoning, or travelers’ tummy
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Burning pains (especially stomach or throat)
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Restlessness and anxiety about health or death
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Symptoms worsen between 12–2 a.m.
How it feels:
“I feel awful AND I’m terrified.” – Arsenicum people are anxious, chilly, and constantly seek reassurance. Everything burns: the stomach, the vomit, the stool—even though they crave warmth.
“I feel awful AND I’m terrified.” – Arsenicum people are anxious, chilly, and constantly seek reassurance. Everything burns: the stomach, the vomit, the stool—even though they crave warmth.
Use when:
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You’ve eaten something bad and start feeling sick
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You have watery diarrhea with weakness and fear
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There’s burning indigestion and extreme restlessness
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You’re sick and feel worse lying down or at night
Dose tip:
Start with one dose. If the symptoms persist, repeat every 3–4 hours until relief.
Start with one dose. If the symptoms persist, repeat every 3–4 hours until relief.
Nux vomica 200 – The Modern Life Antidote
Nickname: The “Hangover and stress remedy”
What it’s for:
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Indigestion, bloating, constipation
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Nausea after overeating or rich food
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Irritability, anger, oversensitivity to noise/light
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Hangovers, jet lag, too much coffee or alcohol
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Stress from overworking, tight deadlines
How it feels:
“I just need everyone to shut up and leave me alone.” – Nux types are often intense, ambitious, overworked, and quick-tempered. They tend to self-medicate with coffee, wine, or fast food—then suffer for it.
“I just need everyone to shut up and leave me alone.” – Nux types are often intense, ambitious, overworked, and quick-tempered. They tend to self-medicate with coffee, wine, or fast food—then suffer for it.
Use when:
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You feel bloated or nauseous after a heavy meal
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You’re jetlagged and cranky
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After too many coffees or cocktails
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You have a headache from stress and lack of sleep
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You’re constipated but constantly feel the urge to go
Dose tip:
Take a dose after a meal that doesn’t sit well, or before bed if you're suffering from digestive upset or a hangover.
Take a dose after a meal that doesn’t sit well, or before bed if you're suffering from digestive upset or a hangover.
Why This Kit Belongs in Every Bag?
Together, these four remedies cover trauma, anxiety, digestive upsets, fevers, and emotional stress. They’re safe, travel-friendly, and work fast when taken at the first sign of trouble.
