As the year winds down, the parties ramp up. New Year’s Eve is a time when many cut loose and, perhaps, drinking a little too much. For some, New Year’s Day flies by in a hangover haze, but for chronic pain patients, alcohol can be a tricky thing to navigate, [...]
You can more or less bet that pumpkin will show up on your Thanksgiving table in pie form, but what about as a standout side or a first course? This recipe for Chipotle Roasted Pumpkin is twofold. The oven-browned wedges make for an excellent standalone accompaniment to turkey, but can [...]
Thanksgiving is a time for family, connection, and comfort. Pain isn't invited to the table. For the holiday, we've created a pain-friendly Thanksgiving meal. These recipes are packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients and foods. Our meal is based around delicious recipes that are easy to make, whether beforehand or with others. [...]
There is no need to go trick-or-treating when you can make this candied Brussels sprouts recipe for yourself! This side dish turns the cruciferous vegetable into a decadent and sweet treat laced with coconut oil, maple syrup… and bacon if you so choose. With less than five ingredients and minimal [...]
This white bean and tomato salad recipe is light, refreshing, and makes the most out of end-of-summer produce. You can use any kind of tomatoes you like here, although smaller varieties such as cherry and grape will give off less liquid, which is preferable if you plan to keep the [...]
One way to fight back pain is to follow an anti-inflammatory diet, where the focus is on eating fruits and vegetables, nuts, “good” fats, and lean cuts of meat. That's where this lemon chicken recipe comes in. Celery is an especially anti-inflammatory food as it contains numerous antioxidants, as well [...]
Want to feel as great as a pink bikini this summer? Check out our list of 15 anti-inflammatory smoothie recipes to get your daily dose of inflammation-fighting foods every day this summer. Easy-breezy anti-inflammatory smoothie recipes If you're a pain patient, you already understand the role inflammation plays in your [...]
One of the most effective natural ways to manage fibromyalgia - and chronic pain in general - is by following an anti-inflammatory diet. An anti-inflammatory meal plan should include foods that are high in fiber, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and copious servings of fruits and vegetables, like this potato [...]
After reading that title, you might be wondering what in the world shiitake “bacon” is. Not bacon at all, it is instead a healthier alternative that mimics the taste and texture of it. In order to make this shiitake bacon recipe, shiitake mushrooms are tossed in a mixture of salt and [...]
Certain studies suggest that consuming one serving a day of pulses (beans, chickpeas, peas, or lentils) can aid in gradual weight loss. Pulses are versatile foods, so incorporating them into your daily meals should be simple. You can cook them plain and mix them with olive oil and fresh herbs [...]
