You’re lying on an exam table in a paper gown, feet in stirrups, anxiously gripping the sides. The doctor tells you to “Take a deep breath” as they begin the IUD insertion. A sudden cramp hits with a sharp, deep pain unlike anything you expected. Your face tenses, eyes sting, but you’re told, “Almost done.”...

Do you struggle sitting for any length of time, knowing that within 30 minutes to an hour your backside won’t just be sore, but on fire? This extreme discomfort makes many regular activities – your daily commute, sitting in a long meeting, watching a movie, kayaking – a painful business of shifting and subtly trying...

Pain medication and pharmaceuticals are usually the go-to methods of alleviating muscle pain, headaches, toothaches and most kinds of physical trauma experienced. Pharmaceutical pain medication sometimes comes with the risk of negative side effects, drug interactions and sometimes abuse.  For centuries, however, traditional healers and early doctors administered essential oils, herbs and alternative therapies as...

Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of adults worldwide, causing discomfort, pain and inflammation due to deteriorated cartilage. Arthritis is characterised by stiffness and pain in joints, it can hinder one’s quality of life and mobility. Fortunately there are treatments to help improve one’s quality of life and essential oils which can be...

Kratom has recently sparked a heated debate regarding its safety and potential benefits. This botanical herb, native to Southeast Asia and known scientifically as Mitragyna speciosa, has garnered contrasting opinions. While some view it as a natural remedy for chronic pain and opiate withdrawal, others warn of its addictive nature and potential health risks. Let’s...

Are you looking for stretches to relieve tight shoulders? Whether your shoulder tightness is from sitting at a desk all day, working out intensely, or from your daily activities (like too much texting), these easy moves will loosen up tight shoulders. Even if you don’t have a full-time desk job, chances are you spend the...

A DEFICIENCY IN THIS CRITICAL nutrient makes you twice as likely to die as other people, according to a study published in The Journal of Intensive Care Medicine.(i) It also accounts for a long list of symptoms and diseases, which are easily helped and often cured by adding this nutrient. Magnesium for relaxation is also...

Almost everyone you know, whether it’s your grandparents, best friend, or boss, has complained of back pain. It’s one of the most common forms of pain; about 80 percent of Americans have or will get it at least once in their lives. The aches, spasms, and sensations you feel on your back can be triggered by...

Arthritis wears away at the cartilage of a joint, which is the cushioning material between bones. This can cause inflammation and irritation of the synovial lining, which produces the synovial fluid that helps protect and lubricate the joint. When arthritis affects the joints of the hands, it can cause pain and stiffness. That pain can get worse whenever you use your hand a...

If you’ve ever had a nagging cold, relentless migraines, or acne that just won’t go away, chances are you’ve tried every drug, cream, and medicine on the market. Unfortunately, many of these drugs have both known and unknown side effects, such as a damaged stomach lining or making you drowsy, that affect our future health and...

Cannabis has always been a controversial topic. A lot of people associate it with recreational use but it can also be a natural remedy for pain, aging, and mental disorders. CBD oil is a chemical found in cannabis, and has gained significant attention for its potential health benefits. It is not psychoactive, so it can’t...

Ottobock Professionals, a German company specializing in prosthetics and assistive technologies, has recently made headlines with its electric body suit. This innovative device has the potential to help millions of people who suffer from mobility challenges due to conditions such as multiple sclerosis and cerebral palsy. Ottobock Professionals: Revolutionizing Mobility with Their Electric Body Suit...