What gives you a headache? I’m sure any number of factors come to mind. The most common type of headaches are tension headaches which are often brought on by stress. And who hasn’t felt the stuffy sting of sinus pain? Then there are those awful migraines, the angriest of the headaches, accompanied by a suite of symptoms including nausea or vomiting, stomach pain, and/or sensitivity to bright lights, loud noise and strong odors. Sometimes smells can even trigger a migraine! Di
Fasting is one of the oldest therapies in medicine, recognized for its ability to help heal and prevent disease. When done under the proper guidance of a healthcare professional, intermittent fasting can lead to effective weight loss and long-term health benefits. Fasting Versus Starving: A Big Difference So, you might be wondering, what’s the difference between intermittent fasting and starvation diets? Well, for starters, starving yourself is dangerous! This isn’t a competi
Despite its name, the small intestine is a whopping 20 feet of very important business. Working alongside your stomach and large intestine, the small intestine has the critical job of digesting food and absorbing nutrients to keep us in good health. As if that wasn’t significant enough, our little intestinal friends are also a key contributor to a healthy immune system. The small intestine plays host to specific beneficial microorganisms that help protect our bodies against
Pain, swelling, redness, immobility and heat -- these are all common signs of acute inflammation externally. Chronic inflammation occurring inside of our bodies can present itself in other ways. When inflammation triggers sensory nerve endings, it can result in symptoms such as fatigue, rashes, and chest, abdominal and joint pain. What is Inflammation? Inflammation is a natural response with a bad reputation. It’s a word most of us associate with pain, discomfort and poor hea