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Diabetes, a Digestive Disorder
Those who have been diagnosed with diabetes are accustomed to the dietary restrictions of their diagnosis; however, most of these dietary guidelines are designed to reduce the intake of glucose and related sugars. Little has been said about the role of nutrients supporting digestive health for the diabetic. Yet research is showing that the integrity…
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Healing Pain through the Power of Mindfulness
By Deborah Norris, Ph.D. After decades of research evaluating the clinical benefits of meditation, mindfulness practices are now promoted as part of the standard of medical care by the Centers for Disease Control, the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Veteran’s Affairs, and other health organizations for the treatment of chronic pain. This means…
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The Amazing Power of Turmeric
Turmeric is a medicinal root and spice known for its vibrant yellow color and its healing properties. The root plays an essential role in Ayurveda, an ancient Indian holistic medical practice. While turmeric has been used for thousands of years to subdue inflammation, modern scientists have recently found it to possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant…
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Yoga, Meditation, and Mindfulness as Alternative Opioid Therapies
Pain relievers and prescription drugs are the most common go-to for people in pain. Medications are designed to work fast, which is exactly what people want. Drugs are accessible, whether over-the-counter or prescribed by a doctor. Opioids such as morphine, OxyContin, and Vicodin are used to treat both short-term and chronic pain. These powerful medications…
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Four Pain-Causing Foods to Avoid
Inflammation is a common cause of pain, however it is easily preventable with small changes to your daily life. Inflammation is when the body attacks foreign substances in an attempt to heal itself, releasing white blood cells and histamines[1]. While headache or joint pain may seem like isolated incidents specific to the area in pain,…
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Yoga to Reduce Pelvic Pain during Pregnancy
Pregnancy has commonly been equated with pain and fatigue. In this day and age the pain ideology is lacking the knowledge of available techniques for easing and reducing pain during pregnancy. Prospects in Self-care approaches to health care have recognized that yoga and meditation can greatly relieve pregnant women of common labor pain. In the…
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Mindful Snacking: Sunshine Energy Bites
I find that keeping my intention of eating healthy can be most difficult at snack time. By the time I realize that I need a little something to tide me over until the next meal, I often seem to be in a healthy food options desert. Convenience stores have more options than ever before, but…