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 [...]
We know exercise is good for us. Keeping active can help manage weight, lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol, and make us feel better in general. But it turns out that’s not all exercise can do. Scientists are still finding and proving additional benefits of exercise, and some of them are [...]
Chronic inflammation in the body can lead to issues like chronic pain, lupus, or other age-related illnesses. Beyond exercise and other healthy habits, incorporating anti-inflammatory recipes into your diet can help you manage, prevent, or reverse the effects of inflammation. We've gathered some of our favorite anti-inflammatory dinner recipes here. [...]
Bones are living tissue and, because of this, the body is constantly absorbing and replacing minerals from bones. When the body begins to absorb minerals faster than it can replace them, bone density decreases. This decrease in bone density can lead to osteoporosis, which literally means “porous bone.” Osteoporosis causes bones to [...]
It is the unfortunate truth in the U.S. that low income people are more vulnerable to obesity and obesity-related health issues such as diabetes and heart disease. Research into healthy eating has shown that some of the most effective interventions for better health outcomes include dietary changes, but eating healthy on a [...]
If you’ve ever looked at a fitness magazine or talked to a physical trainer, you’ll know that protein is pretty important stuff. On top of that, it's also known to reduce muscle loss and has been recently shown to fight chronic pain. But, how important is it really and how [...]
There is one life-saving kitchen appliance that every chronic pain patient should have: a crockpot. Let us count the ways in which a crockpot can be your very best friend, and share some dos and don'ts for the best crockpot recipes for pain patients. Why you should try a crockpot [...]
