Arthritis doesn’t play favorites. It can strike anyone regardless of age, ethnicity or background. And no matter whether its osteoarthritis that’s developed in your joints from overuse, or rheumatoid arthritis an autoimmune disease that causes your immune system to attack your joints, the result ... Read More ›
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The split pea solution to avoiding knee pain
If you’re a fan of split pea soup I’ve got some great news. Researchers say your soup preference could save you from experiencing the agony of arthritis in your knees. Split peas are a terrific source of fiber, which new research finds could slash your risk for osteoarthritis in your knees by ... Read More ›
From pain to deformity 3 reasons to toss the high heels
Many women can’t imagine giving up their high heels. In fact it’s estimated that despite suffering from painful bunions, corns and calluses 62 percent of American women continue to squeeze their feet into them. But the truth is, the price you’re paying to get that desired look is awfully steep, ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 1, 2016
Study: UCII collagen slashed joint pain by 40%!
When we think of joint pain, we often assume glucosamine to be the star. But not everyone gets better on that. Some people can’t tolerate it because it is usually fish-derived. Natural collagen is available today, and it’s finely ground up in particle sizes that are small enough to get absorbed ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 14, 2016
Could soda be causing your knee troubles?
I'm convinced that whoever writes the public statements for the American Beverage Association (ABA) should start a second career as a stand-up comedian. Sure the humor is unintentional, but that doesn't mean it wouldn't have them rolling in the aisles. A study presented at the American College of ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 26, 2016
Using frankincense can help relieve arthritis pain
A little known herbal remedy--a sacred oil from India-- has been shown to treat osteoarthritis and alleviate joint pain potentially as effectively as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Indian frankincense (Boswellia serrata) has been used in the Middle East for religious rituals and ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 15, 2016
The health benefits of bromelain from pain relief to digestion
Originally isolated in the late 1800s, bromelain can play a key role in digestion, and perhaps more importantly, its properties have prompted many practitioners to use it as an agent in wound healing and the prevention of infection and inflammation for decades. Bromelain is a protein-digesting ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 8, 2016
America’s S.A.D. Lifestyle
As our country deals with the effects of past deregulation and the current financial crisis, I am struck by how America has also become deregulated in the area of its dietary choices and the resultant health crisis that is developing as a result. Sound dietary practices have been dismantled and ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 23, 2016
The spicy way to fight joint pain
A long-time member of the alternative health landscape is turmeric. Within this Indian spice is the herbal cure curcumin. Now a new study has shown that this common spice may offer hope for people who suffer tendonitis or joint pain. Curcumin suppresses inflammation and pain Researchers have ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 24, 2016
The African Bushmen secret to relieving back pain
If you suffer from back pain, your doctor is going to pull out his pad and write you a prescription. Is that drug going to ease your pain? It might. But it is likely to produce a host of harmful side effects, with addiction at the top of the list. There's a better option: a Bushmen medicine ... Read More ›
