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Everything old may be new again, particularly in finding the effectiveness of natural remedies for arthritis and joint pain. Whether your pain is from arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis or rheumatoid arthritis, herbal remedies may provide relief that is inexpensive and easier to tolerate than some prescription medications.
Camphor oil has been used since ancient times to sooth aches, pains and injuries. You can mix camphor oil with oil of peppermint or coconut oil and warm it slightly before applying.
Apply it to the painful area in a gentle, circular motion and then cover it for twenty minutes with a soft cloth – flannel is a good choice. The smell is comforting to many people, too. Most any aromatic oil can be mixed with the camphor to suit your preference. Continue reading
You have chronic pain yet you just can’t explain it. Your doctor can’t find it and yet it’s very real to you. You’ve probably been told that your pain is a Somatoform Disorder.
According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) a somatoform disorder means that your pain symptoms are physical but don’t have any connection to a general medical condition.
So, is the pain real? The answer is yes and no. When there is no medical reason found to cause the pain, then pain disorder or somatoform disorder is considered to be emotionally triggered – and yes, psychological pain hurts plenty.
Some of the symptoms of pain disorder are: Continue reading
A crucial aspect in your daily dietary needs, fiber helps with weight loss in various ways, provides essential benefits for nutrition and can contribute to good health by preventing digestive problems, diabetes and heart disease.
What is Fiber?
A wide variety of descriptions exist for this indigestible material. But in general, it is referred to as threadlike and elongated structures in grains, vegetables and fruits that the human body cannot absorb or digest. For decades, it has been considered the ultimate food ingredient for preventing constipation, as well as, maintaining bowel regularity.
In some cases, it also regarded as an indigestible carbohydrate. Aside from roughage, fiber is also often called bulk. You may call it whatever you want, just as long as you realize that it’s a very essential part of a healthy diet. Continue reading
