Written By: Dr. Nadia Saleem, ND This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It affects million of Americans, and men and women worldwide. Like all types of arthritis, it is characterized by...

Melody Yazdani, mother of 8-year-old Kian, posted a Facebook status that has caused ripples all over the internet. It was around a year in the making and came after a health scare her son endured because of something seemingly harmless – breathing through your mouth. Since he was born, Kian fulfilled all of the developmental...

Laundry detergent can be a lot like a rich, decadent dessert. You can smell it from down the street and it’s baked to absolute perfection. But, deep down inside, you know that those refined ingredients and cups of sugar can have both short-and-long-term effects on your health. In the same way, just because laundry detergent...

When you have a headache, what do you do? I’d hazard a guess that you take some kind of painkiller, such as ibuprofen. How about joint pain or muscle aches? Very likely the same thing. Most of us turn to over-the-counter painkillers regularly to quickly take care of common aches and pains. Unfortunately, these medications...

This article was originally written in September 2018 and has since been updated. Can you imagine having an incurable brain disorder that has left you bed-ridden, unable to feed yourself or speak properly, and limited your ability to move your arms and legs? How about being in that circumstance and only being given two options:...

Magnesium is one of the most important mineral elements needed by the body. It’s believed to play the role of a supporting factor in more than 300 biochemical processes that the body undergoes. Magnesium can be obtained naturally from many foods we consume, or taken as a dietary supplement in form of tablets and syrups....

Worried about your shoulder stiffness? If you think you have frozen shoulder read below to find out symptoms, causes and treatments in order to reduce pain and regain full range of motion. What Is Frozen Shoulder? Officially known as adhesive capsulitis, Frozen Shoulder occurs when your shoulder joint is stiff with pain to the point...

Medications play a crucial role in managing various health conditions, alleviating symptoms, and promoting overall well-being. However, it is essential to be aware that certain medications, when taken too often, incorrectly, or in excess, can potentially harm your kidneys. These are the medications to be careful with and why. The Role of the Kidneys and...

Women are incredible beings, capable of doing some unthinkable yet impressive things. For example, a woman performed her own c-section in 2004, and somehow, both she and the baby survived. Performing a C-Section at Home In 2004, a 40-year-old woman performed a c-section on herself, delivering her baby alone, before being transferred to a hospital...

Joint pain is a common problem that can significantly affect a person’s quality of life. It is often caused by conditions such as arthritis, which leads to inflammation in the joints. While there are many treatment options available, including medication and physical therapy, research suggests that incorporating certain foods into your diet can also provide...

Lower back pain? You may have heard your practitioner mention something about your L4-L5 spinal segment. The lower back (lumbar spine) is a fairly complex structure. It consists of 5 vertebrates, the lowest is the L4-L5. This section of the spine is responsible for supporting the upper body and allowing fluid movement in multiple directions....

If you’re looking to reduce inflammation, ease pain, or help manage arthritis and other inflammatory conditions, consider this. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, maybe the natural approach you’ve been looking for. Why You Should Consider Turmeric for Pain Relief Turmeric is a root that has been used for thousands of years for various reasons....