As we enter the new year, it’s customary to make resolutions. Remember the saying, “new year, new you”? Now’s the time to make yoga for chronic pain part of the new you. Here’s how. How to get started with yoga for chronic pain As always, when starting any new exercise [...]
Sciatica is a specific collection of symptoms that occur when pressure is applied to your sciatic nerve. This pain can be debilitating and challenging to treat. When you feel the pain of sciatica, here are the best sciatica stretches to help you find relief. Why are sciatica stretches so important? [...]
Inflammation is a normal part of the body’s healing process. It is simply a natural reaction to tissue damage, chemicals, and other harmful elements. However, a continued state of inflammation that persists for months may lead to diseases and chronic pain. Fortunately, foods that fight inflammation may reduce your symptoms. [...]
While inflammation gets a bad reputation, it is a normal part of the healing process. It's your body’s response to injury, irritation, or infection. In small doses, inflammation can actually protect you. Unfortunately, many people experience chronic inflammation that persists for months on end. In these cases, it can lead [...]
Arthritis can make every day challenging. From the moment you open your eyes in the morning to when you lay your head back down on the pillow at night, even the smallest of actions can come with pain. Worse, arthritis may be so painful that you feel like any movement [...]
If you are suffering from hip pain and want to try exercise for relief, yoga for hip pain may be the answer. Here are 12 simple poses (and five videos) to get you started! Can yoga help hip pain? The short answer to whether or not yoga can help relieve [...]
It is a long-accepted belief that as we age it is appropriate (and expected) that we will slow down. We may even stop exercising altogether, but research shows that exercise for seniors can have a host of benefits. Here's what we know and how seniors can get started exercising. 6 [...]
Chronic pain is defined as pain that has lasted for longer than three months and is generally unresponsive to treatment. As the holidays and New Year's resolutions get closer, it may be time to see how you could start a chronic pain diet that works. Creating a chronic pain diet [...]
We all want to eat healthier but still prepare delicious, flavorful meals. Luckily, there are many herbs and spices that help us combine health with taste just inside the pantry door. These nine healthy herbs and spices can help you lead a healthier lifestyle, and many may even help reduce [...]
A warm satisfying breakfast can kick off an amazing day. If you're suffering from chronic pain or another chronic condition, put your absolute best foot forward by starting your day with anti-inflammatory breakfast recipes. Centered on whole, healthy foods, the following recipes are sure to please! Why should you choose [...]
