Category Archives: Pain Relief
Profile of a Super-Spice: Turmeric for Inflammation, Oxidative Stress and Heart Health
If you’re a fan of Indian food, you may have eaten turmeric, a spice containing curcumin. Besides adding zip and zing to the taste of food, and a brilliant yellow hue, turmeric adds considerable health benefits to those who take … Continue reading
Perfume and Other Strange Causes of Migraine Headaches
Migraine headaches are serious, severe headaches that can cause nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light. Unlike a typical headache, migraine headaches may actually stop people in their tracks. While there are many common triggers for migraine headaches, such as food … Continue reading
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Oh, My Aching Head! Six Tips for Curbing Migraines
When you feel a migraine starting, you need effective relief and you need it fast. The signs of an impending migraine might include: changes in mental state, such as agitation or confusion excessive thirst diarrhea visual disturbances Here are five … Continue reading
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Helping Hands: Massage Therapy for Well-Being and Pain Relief
By Assia Mortensen Massage, broadly speaking, refers to the application of soft-tissue manipulations meant to relax the body while increasing circulation. There are hundreds of types of massage; some of the most popular are Swedish massage, sports massage, deep tissue, … Continue reading
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Seven Foods That May Help Fight Inflammation
By Assia Mortensen “Some of the best healing remedies to overcome inflammation also taste fabulous,” says Michelle Schoffro Cook, DNM, PhD, author of 12 books, including “Healing Recipes.” In addition to relieving inflammation and related pain, these foods have other … Continue reading
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Topical Comfrey for Sports Injuries and Back Pain Support (But Use with Caution)
Comfrey is a high-yielding leafy green plant that has been used for centuries as a feed crop for animals and a medicine for humans. However, in 2001, it was removed as an oral dietary supplement from the U.S. market, and, … Continue reading
Tips on Preventing and Easing the Aches and Pains of Traveling
We have all heard of needing a vacation from a vacation, and the aches and pains encountered while traveling generally aren’t in the itinerary. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Even if getting to your vacation destination is … Continue reading
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Kids Get Headaches, Too
Kids, not just adults, get headaches too. Luckily, very few headaches are caused by serious conditions, such as a tumor, infections, or a head injury. Regardless, common headaches can be very painful and distracting for children. Childhood Headache Tips for … Continue reading
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Proposed Natural Treatments for Back Pain
Low back pain is one of the most common health conditions today. According to some estimates, each year nearly 15% to 20% of the United States population experiences low back problems, and as many as 80% of all adults experience … Continue reading
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Non-Medication Pain Relief Options for Chronic Pain
For people who suffer from mild to moderate chronic pain, medication may offer relief. But many people find they can gain long-term control over their pain through many complementary methods like heat or cold application, music, relaxation, exercise, meditation, acupuncture, … Continue reading
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