When your joints are stiff and the pain is severe, you might think your arthritis has gotten the better of you. You may feel that you are a slave to painkillers and anti-inflammatory medications. While, it is not advisable to ignore your doctor’s orders, there are some natural solutions you can try as well. Be… Read more »
Acute pain is your body’s way of waving a red flag for immediate attention, often because of an injury. Chronic pain, on the other hand, is pain that lasts for weeks, months, or years, and it affects more than 76.2 million Americans — more than cancer, diabetes, and heart disease combined. But how much do you… Read more »
Every step you take puts pressure on your knees and joints, so it makes sense that as you get older, that wear and tear takes a toll and you notice more pain. However, certain conditions can increase your knee pain and being aware may help you avoid some of the discomfort. Osteoarthritis – Knee pain… Read more »
According to population studies, less than 30% of American adults consume the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of magnesium. Even if you think you’re getting enough by eating a healthy diet, some of your daily habits could be inhibiting your body’s ability to absorb magnesium. Here are five conditions that could lead to magnesium deficiency. You… Read more »
Probiotics are “friendly” bacteria found in foods such as yogurt and in pill supplements and are important for good overall health. Recent research suggests that probiotics are important for people who suffer from Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The hope is that using probiotics to alter the type of bacteria in the gut may… Read more »
When you have Type 2 diabetes, a good strategy for controlling your blood sugar levels is to think of snacks as miniature versions of meals and plan your carbs accordingly. Diabetic friendly snacks have a good mix of protein, fat, and fiber that will help keep hunger at bay and your blood sugar steady throughout the… Read more »
Chronic pain is a fast-growing epidemic. The American Chronic Pain Association established National Pain Awareness Month for September of each year. According to a study conducted by the Institute of Medicine of The National Academies: 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain. Chronic pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined. Three out of… Read more »
Summer is almost over and it’s time to get your health back on track. Gone are the days of vacation eating and dining out too often. No more putting off your exercise routine. It’s time to reclaim a healthy lifestyle. Here are five tips to get you started: Find Time – The hardest part about getting… Read more »
When you have diabetes, the goal of your diet is to keep your blood sugar in check and your weight controlled. That means consuming lots of lean protein, whole grains, non-starchy vegetables and fruits. But it’s also important to include foods that are rich in calcium. Research suggests that calcium not only offsets the risk for… Read more »
When you are in chronic pain, your body is in an inflammatory state. What you eat may not only increase inflammation, it can also set you up for other chronic conditions such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Here are four foods you should avoid to decrease inflammation. Saturated Fats – Several studies have shown… Read more »