Tag: Joint Pain

Myrtle oil can be used to repel mosquitos and other insects. In the body, myrtle’s anti-microbial properties will fight bacterial vaginosis and protect wounds from infection. You can also use it on the skin to soothe skin irritation and joint inflammation. In aromatherapy, myrtle essential oil is respected for its sedative benefits. Inhaling this oil will also improve symptoms of respiratory problems like bronchitis or asthma. Because of these diverse benefits, myrtle doubles as a great multi-tasking oil.

Yoga has gained immense popularity over the last few decades and has witnessed a surge in its practitioners. Most people are aware of the...

The datura has long been known as the secret ingredient that was used in love potions and witches’ flying spells. Today, this whimsical-looking member...

In the never-ending battle of the teas, Oolong often misses out to the more popular green, matcha and white teas. However, new studies coming...

Have you thought about seeing a chiropractor but never have because you either thought it was bogus or was afraid of being adjusted (the...

It's hard to imagine going about your daily activities without using your fingers, especially with everything going increasingly digital with each passing day. Just like the...

Resting the arm by stopping or changing the activities that may aggravate the condition, using a cold compress on the affected area is often your first line of defense. A second line of therapy involves using a counterforce elbow brace and seeking alternative therapies like physiotherapy or acupuncture. Topical analgesics like capsaicin, prickly ash may be helpful too.

Tennis elbow, causing excruciating pain around the outside of your elbow, is an inflammation of the tendons that connect your lower arm muscles to the bony prominence on the outside of your elbow. Overuse of these muscles during sports (tennis, squash, etc) or work (carpentry, plumbing, constant use of the keyboard, etc), or even a direct blow may lead to it.

Bed rest during pregnancy is generally recommended in extreme cases where the health of the mother and the baby is of huge concern. Women who...

The game is afoot and flip-flops have been banned from it! Yes! The easiest pair of footwear, that does not require bending down to tie...

Studies state that ginger extract consumed four times a day are effective in reducing joint pain. Fruits with anti-oxidant properties reduce inflammation, thereby reducing joint pain. They include blueberries, cherries, strawberries, rhubarbs, cauliflowers and apples. Other natural relievers include olive oil, avocado oil, honey and cinnamon.

You might roll your eyes at the word ‘superfood’ and think back to your dusty stock of spirulina, chlorophyll powder and flax seeds which...

Limit your intake of caffeine, alcohol, and high-in-sugar carbonated beverages that may leach calcium from the bones over time. Consume more of almonds, leafy greens, broccoli, bone broth instead. If you have a sedentary job, get up and move every hour for 5 mins. Outside of work, exercise, for at least 30-60 mins every day. And, most importantly, quit smoking.

Injury during workout happens when we don't follow proper postures and alignments and stress ourselves against our limits, either gradually or explosively. According to...

Our bodies need sodium in order to be healthy. But eating too much can do more harm than good! Unfortunately, 90% of Americans consume...