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Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that’s spread to humans by infected ticks, according to the NHS. If the tick had previously bitten an infected animal, and then bites you, you could be
at risk of the infection. Ticks are small, spider-like creatures that live in long grass or wooded areas. They attach to humans’ skin when someone brushes past them, and feeds on their blood
for a couple of days before dropping off. But, one woman claimed to have reduced her lyme disease symptoms by taking turmeric supplements. Chantelle Lewis, 33, had spent more than £80,000
on tests and treatment for her lyme disease. Lyme disease is only partially available on the NHS, according to past patients. She relies heavily on specialised dietary requirements, as well
as antibiotics. But, as she’s allergic to anti-inflammatory painkillers (NSAID’s), she turned to herbal supplements to relieve her symptoms. She began using turmeric oral spray to reduce
inflammation throughout her body. “Natural supplements have become a huge part of my treatment protocol since falling unwell, especially as the antibiotics I have to take create problems of
their own,” said Lewis. “I have on-going inflammation throughout my body from my joints to my bladder, and being allergic to anti-inflammatory painkillers, supplementing turmeric helps to
alleviate this. “I started by taking capsules but the turmeric spray makes it so easy to add into your everyday routine, whether it’s by my bed or in my handbag on the go. “I find the
results with the spray are much quicker and more consistent, plus one less pill to take is always a winner for me.” The spray works by bypassing the digestive system, and being absorbed
straight into the bloodstream. BetterYou's Turmeric Oral Spray is available at Holland and Barratt, and delivers 1,300mg of equivalent turmeric root in each dose. Turmeric has been
claimed to be a natural anti-inflammatory, and may even help to relieve arthritis joint pain. Many people with lyme disease develop a red, circular skin rash around the tick bite, the NHS
said. The rash may take up to 30 days to appear after the initial bite. Not everyone with lyme disease develops the rash, while others may have flu-like symptoms. Headaches, tiredness,
muscle pain and a fever are all signs of infection. You should see a GP if you have the symptoms of lyme disease. Let the GP know if you’ve been bitten by a tick, or if you’ve spent time in
long grass or wooded areas.