My arthritis is worse during the cold winter months, what can I do to help my body naturally? Also, what’s the difference between treating arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis? Anwered by Roberta Lee, MD, who is vice chair of the Department of Integrative Medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center, co-director of the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine, … Read more
Get this: The average American walks an impressive 75,000 miles by the age of 50. All that time on our feet is good for our heart and health. Yet over time, all that walking can lead to wear and tear on the knees, and in many cases cause knee pain. This is especially true for … Read more
Multiple studies show the herb thyme essential oil and thymol, its active compound, contain potent antiseptic properties. As a matter of fact, most antiseptic wipes and mouth washes contain thymol in their chemical structure. Interestingly, a recent research suggests that thyme essential oil even has the ability to reduce pain. This shouldn’t come as surprise, … Read more
Ask a doctor why you have arthritis and you’ll probably hear a rambling response involving vague phrases like “multiple causes”, “inflammation” and “genetics”. There’s some truth to the fact that many things contribute to common disease. But most of these fly under the radar screen of most doctors (and many of their patients). That’s why … Read more
When I was traveling in India, I had the privilege of studying Ayurvedic medicine with traditional Master Healers. My plane landed in Mumbai. From there, I made the 800-mile trip to Kerala down on the southwestern-most tip of the Indian peninsula. With origins dating back 6,000 years, Kerala is the birthplace of Ayurvedic medicine. I spent a lot … Read more
Ask the Doctor—Carpal Tunnel Syndrome By Anthony L. Rosner, PHD, Chiropractor I have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in both hands, and my doctor is recommending surgery. Is there any chiropractic treatment that could help me avoid such drastic measures? Though chiropractors may be best known for treating back and neck pain, their techniques also show promise … Read more
My arthritis is worse during the cold winter months, what can I do to help my body naturally? Also, what’s the difference between treating arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis? Arthritis describes the sensation of joint discomfort, achiness, and sometimes pain. From a doctor’s perspective, it can be classified as inflammatory (Rheumatoid and autoimmune arthritis) or degenerative … Read more
By Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN and Eugene R. Zampieron, ND, MH Although people use the term arthritis as if it were a single disease, researchers have identified an aggregate of more than 100 conditions whose common features include joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation. For millions of Americans, arthritis limits everyday movements such as walking, standing, … Read more
By Lisa Turner A body’s only as good as the joints that move it: Just ask the Tin Man from Oz. Yet more than 40 million Americans suffer from arthritis, and millions more experience other types of joint pain. The culprits can include everything from autoimmune disorders to chronic overuse, but, says Fred Pescatore, MD, … Read more
By Vicky Uhland There’s good reason to season: Doctors and dietitians agree that your spice rack can be just as essential as your medicine cabinet when it comes to preventing and treating disease. Research consistently shows that many spices and herbs have medicinal qualities and can help prevent everything from cancer to the common cold. … Read more