How often do you feel agitated, easily upset, and nervous between meals? How often do you have difficulty concentrating before eating? How often does your energy level drop in the afternoon? Inflammation associated with a leaky blood-brain barrier can cause a variety of brain health issues. Our brain is a complex organ that controls various structures and functions of our… Read More
Creating a healthy, safe ergonomic work environment is important to protect your back, neck and whole body. Just by taking simple breaks and enhancing your workspace with a sit-stand desk will protect your spine and general health. Break Taking Working in the same position and using the same muscles, joints, and ligaments for hours is not good for any… Read More
For anyone that is living with inflammation in their body, using pharmaceutical medicines is not always the answer. By making small changes for the body, the chronic pain and inflammation can be reduced, thus the body can start healing naturally. Read More
Blood vessels in the brain protect us from "harmful" components in the bloodstream. This is known as the blood-brain barrier. A Science Translational Medicine research study demonstrated how inflammation and cognitive impairment in a group of aging mice may be associated with the breakdown of the blood-brain barrier. In the following article, we will discuss how restoring the breakdown of… Read More
The colder seasons are where everyone in the U.S. indulges in hearty soups, pumpkin spice products, root vegetables, and turkey leftovers. Many holiday menu items will incorporate sweet and savory herbs and spices in their food dishes. Read More
All individuals that participate in some form of sports or athletic training, professionals to weekend sports enthusiasts are at risk for back and neck injuries. Common injuries include strains, and sprains, pulls, and tears especially around the low back area. If left untreated these injuries can lead to chronic back pain or more severe conditions. Although we can't prevent all… Read More
Our brain is a complex organ protected by our 7mm thick skull, a protective membrane, known as the meninges, and cerebrospinal fluid. These essential brain structures help protect the brain against physical damage or injury. Another brain structure that protects the brain from harm is the blood-brain barrier. The blood-brain barrier is the shield between the brain's blood vessels and… Read More
The best diet for pain relief depends on the individual but ultimately comes down to reducing inflammation and restoring the healthy bacteria in the gut. Read More
Even though it is the holiday system, a person can feel the overbearing stress that comes with the season of giving. There are many ways to reduce holiday stress by finding meditative ways and eating nutritious anti-inflammatory foods to lower down the cortisol levels in the body. Read More
Are Your Shoes Causing Back Pain Musculoskeletal health is one of the highest costs in healthcare today. There are 1 in 2 Americans that have a musculoskeletal condition. And the need for support along with body alignment is at an all-time high. In today's world surveys found that Americans wear two to three pairs of shoes during the week. However,… Read More
Our brain is protected by the blood-brain barrier, a connection of blood vessels that permits the passage of important nutrients while blocking other compounds. However, this security system is so efficient at guarding the brain that it can frequently prevent many drugs and/or medications from being able to effectively treat a variety of brain health issues. Scientists are working towards… Read More
Pain Specialists A pain specialist is a medical or osteopathic doctor that treats pain caused by disease, disorder, and trauma. Also known as interventional pain management specialists, these doctors are often anesthesiologists or physiatrists. Pain medicine involves multi-disciplines and team effort with a patient's primary physician, other doctors, and specialists in radiology, psychiatry, oncology, nursing, chiropractic/physical therapy, alternative medicine, etc.… Read More
When glutathione is decreased in the body, it is known as glutathione deficiency or GSH. It is a tripeptide that is consist of L-glutamine, L-cysteine, and glycine while also being functional in the systems of the body. Read More
Our digestive health depends on the composition of our healthy gut microbiome or the bacteria in our gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This probiotic profile plays a fundamental role in our immune system and these can ultimately affect our inflammatory response. Also, the foods we eat, hormones, neurotransmitters, and even our adrenal and mitochondrial status can influence our digestive health. Abnormal or… Read More
A trigger point is a knot or bundle of stiff spine muscle tissue that you can't move or relax, and when touched pain spreads to the neck, shoulders, and upper back. Pretty much everyone can relate to this type of pain in the neck or what is known as myofascial pain syndrome when several of these trigger points are grouped.… Read More