What’s Causing Your Sciatica and What To Do About It Have you ever felt a shooting pain from your spine all the way along your leg? Chances are that you were experiencing sciatica. You are not alone. Experts estimate that four in ten people in the United States will experience sciatica at some point in […]
Could This Be the Hidden Cause of Your Back Pain? Do you suffer from back pain? If so, you definitely aren't alone. In fact, back pain is the single leading cause of disability around the world. Experts estimate that around 80% of the global population will experience back pain in their lifetime. While unpleasant, back […]
If you have digestive issues, you know how terribly unpleasant they can be. Whether it’s a chronic issue with your digestive system such as Crohn’s Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, or heartburn - or a more simple yet just as inconvenient issue like bloating, cramping, gas, abdominal pain, diarrhea, or constipation - chances are pretty good […]
Sleep is crucial to your health and well-being. Inadequate sleep affects your mood, concentration, and even your ability to learn and remember new information. Getting enough good sleep has a host of benefits. As you sleep, your body is hard at work repairing damage caused by daily stressors, consolidating and processing experiences, and more. Our […]
Life moves quickly. Even when we try to eat a healthy diet, it is still possible to miss important nutrients. Sometimes our stress levels demand more of certain vitamins and minerals so we can safeguard against health problems. Magnesium is one of those minerals that is far more important than we have realized in the […]
Anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental illness in the United States, and depression is the leading cause of disability for Americans aged 15-44. Do you struggle with either (or both) of these conditions? Are you interested in natural solutions instead of many of the conventional approaches which often involve prescription drugs? […]
For millions of people, unfortunately, chronic pain is a way of life. According to the CDC in 2019, approximately 20.4% of adults had chronic pain, and that 7.4% of adults had chronic pain with such intensity that it frequently limited their life and work activities. Chronic pain increased with age, highest among adults aged 65 and over. […]
What Is a Muscle Spasm? A muscle spasm, also called muscle cramp, is a sudden, involuntary contraction of a muscle. It's often quick, painful, and may occur due to overusing a muscle, tired muscles, previous injury, or straining. The spasm can also occur if you overstretch a muscle or hold the same position for a […]
If you’re dealing with an inflammatory condition like arthritis, there are lots of lifestyle changes you can make to minimize your symptoms, including changing the way you eat. Not sure which foods to include in your diet to reduce inflammation? Read on to learn about some of the best options. 1. Avocados Avocados are great […]
Whether your knee pain has only just been diagnosed as osteoarthritis, or you’ve been living with osteoarthritis in one or both of your knee joints for a while, you’ll already know that you need to follow a comprehensive, holistic approach to keep your pain under control. Worried About Pain Meds? Maybe You Should Be... While […]
