One of the more recent remedies involving gin is combining gin and raisins to alleviate arthritis. It is mostly speculation as to what it is about gin that provides the therapeutic element, but many believe it is the juniper berries. The gin-soaked raisins are fairly cheap and easy to make. Choosing the right gin can be important in getting the recipe right. You don’t necessarily have to get the most expensive bottle of gin, but it is best to stay away from the cheap stuff. Not only are they more likely to be less “pure”, but they tend to produce stronger headaches the morning after – if you know what I mean.