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9 Top Arthritis Strategies
Research hasn’t always kept pace with the popularity of supplements. Dr. Dave wants to introduce you to alternative ways to use natural medicines which are being put to the test in well-designed clinical trials. Here are nine supplements that are backed by science and shown to be effective in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), osteoarthritis (OA) and arthritis-related conditions.
1. SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine)
How it works: SAM-e acts as an analgesic (pain reliever) and has...
Sports Chiropractor Trends
Dr. Dave notes that the trend towards chiropractic in sports care has been shown to be valid. It is hoped that more definitive studies in the area of nutrition, biomechanics, and injury rehabilitation will be done to heighten chiropractic in the sports care arena. Because of the increasing world-wide interest in sports and fitness, no matter what your age or level of athletic achievement, the opportunity to finally see the role of chiropractic in sports care is at hand.
Introduction
The...
Vegatarian Athlete Diet
It’s time to put an end to the idea that eating a vegetarian or vegan diet and running well are mutually exclusive. There are plenty of world-class athletes (and not just endurance runners) that don’t eat meat.
Running icon Bart Yasso is a vegetarian. Scott Jurek, one of the greatest ultramarathoners of all time, is vegan. (He now holds the American record of 165 miles run in 24 hours!) Brendan Brazier is a vegan pro Ironman triathlete. Robert Cheeke even makes the vegan diet work...
Coping with Migraines
Migraine is an extraordinarily prevalent neurological disease, affecting 38 million men, women and children in the U.S. and 1 billion worldwide.
Everyone either knows someone who suffers from migraine, or struggles with migraine themselves.
Migraine is the 3rd most prevalent illness in the world.
Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. households includes someone with migraine.
Amazingly, 12% of the population – including children – suffers from migraine.
18% of American women, 6% of men, and 10% of...
Osteoarthritis Strategies
(Article Recommended by Foundation for Chiropractic Progress)
Osteoarthritis is a degenerative form of arthritic joint disease, characterized by loss of cartilage in the joint. It also has an inflammatory component. Osteoarthritis is a frequent cause of disability among seniors, affecting 20 million people in the U.S. alone.
While osteoarthritis typically involves the distal joints on your fingers and toes, knee and hip osteoarthritis is also common, the latter of which is the focus of this...
Treat COPD Symptoms Naturally
The third leading cause of death is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, more commonly known as COPD. This respiratory disease is characterized by an abnormal inflammatory response in the lungs and restricted airflow, which both result in difficulty doing the most vital thing in life —breathing. And these are just a few COPD symptoms so many people deal with.
More than 11 million people in this country have already been diagnosed with COPD, but an estimated 24 million may have the disease...
Restless Legs – Natural Remedies
Restless leg syndrome (RLS), also known as Willis-Ekbom disease, can cause uncomfortable sensations in your legs and an intense urge to move them. It often strikes at night, particularly when you’re trying to sleep. A lack of specific nutrients in your diet may cause the condition or make it worse.
Foods to add if you have RLS:
Spinach or other dark leafy greens
Fortified cereals
Beans
Iron, folate, and magnesium are thought to have the most direct impact on RLS symptoms.
Adding iron to...
Health Benefits of Coconut Oil
Health Benefits of Coconut Oil
Skin care: Coconut oil is excellent massage oil that acts as an effective moisturizer on all types of skin, including dry skin. Unlike mineral oil, there is no chance of having any adverse side effects on the skin from the application of coconut oil. Therefore, it is a safe solution for preventing dryness and flaking of skin. It also delays the appearance of wrinkles and sagging of skin, which normally accompany aging.
It helps in preventing degenerative...
Sauerkraut Benefits
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Benefits of Sauerkraut
A quick review of the health benefits of sauerkraut include its ability to increase your digestive health, boost your circulation, protect your heart health, provide you with quick energy, stimulate your immune system, strengthen your bones, reduce your...
Leaky Gut Signs and Symptoms
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Glutagenics Gastrointestinal Support and
Endefen – Gastrointestinal Support .
Discussion:
The GI condition commonly known as “leaky gut syndrome” has been gaining a lot of attention lately for several reasons:
A growing body of research has linked leaky gut to a number of “seemingly unrelated” health concerns and chronic diseases.
As more Americans...
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Neck Pain
A common complaint that arises is Neck Pain. Sitting at a desk, hunkered down over a monitor, working with a mouse are all common computer activities that are a major cause of neck pain. If you have chronic pain and are looking ...
Chiropractic Care & Headaches
If you are suffering from headaches, it be a good choice to check in with Dr. Dave to have an evaluation of your situation. This may be the treatment modality that will finally make you feel better! Did you know that ...
Avoiding Back Surgery
Say No to the Knife: Reduce the Likeliness Of Surgery With Chiropractic Care (NewsUSA) – Throughout the years, chronic back pain sufferers haven’t had much in the way of options to relieve their pain. Aside from drug therapy, surgery was often ...
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