Recent research has shown that in Fibromyalgia/CFS patients there is an irregular molecular weight for cells and enzymes that act as the body's defense mechanisms.Viral channels remain open as expressed by RNase L weights long after the viruses have effectively been eliminated.This means that your body still thinks it is fighting infections long after they have been beaten, consuming energy resources and destroying otherwise healthy cells and...more
Stress and anxiety are an unfortunate, but sometimes necessary and inevitable feature of modern life.As with diet, obesity, alcohol and smoking I am afraid that the news is simple. They have to be addressed.Learning to deal with stress is something that can be consciously learned and practiced and new techniques have proven very effective.A higher than average percentage of patients undergoing Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue treatment are, or...more
When I was nine years old my father suffered a "nervous breakdown", whatever that was. The term is no longer in vogue. Too vague. He was sick in every part of his body. When one part healed another part hurt. He thought he was dying.We moved from the city to a country farm. We didn't have a telephone because he couldn't stand the ringing of a phone. His doctor finally told him he needed to see a psychiatrist. That shocked him into reading everything he could to heal himself. It took him seven years.During that difficult time my mother suffered chronic back pain.I suffered chronic shoulder pain relieved by daily use of a Chi machine until I had both shoulders replaced.I'm sure you know someone who suffers chronic pain. It's no fun.Here are excerpts from a fascinating lecture presented at the 14th annual meeting of the AmericanAssociation of Orthopaedic Medicine, Tempe Arizona Feb.21, 1997The title:Psychological Factors in Chronic Pain: An Introduction to Psychosomatic Pain Management by Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, M.D., PhD"Most pain treating physicians have a vague notion, that there may be a psychological component contributing to the severity of chronic pain. The International...more
Seven years of recovery is a tough road to travel. Kim loves the life she lives now, but this sentiment certainly didn't always ring true. "I had it all, a husband who loved me, two beautiful children, a big house, a great job. I started using drugs when a doctor prescribed painkillers for a back injury that happened while skiing." From there,...more
Alcohol abuse, America's number one substance abuse problem, doesn't play favorites. For every person who needs a successful alcohol and drug rehab program, there are millions who never get started. Charlie Frazer was one of them.A popular jazz musician, Charlie, was a friendly and outgoing young man without the huge ego one expects of a truly...more
Back pain may be caused from a variety of sources, ranging from the nerves and spinal cord to the upper, middle, or lower back muscles. As there are many possible causes, it is often best to consult a doctor before beginning any type of back pain treatments. The concept of pain management and treatment is determined by understanding the source of the pain and pinpointing the area. Whether it is lower back pain, middle back pain, upper back pain, or neck and shoulder pain, following a comprehensive plan closely can relieve chronic back pain. By making a few adjustments in your lifestyle, you can alleviate your back pain suffering, as well as improve your general health. Good posture is essential to relieving back painOne of the most important things to relieve back pain is having good posture. You might think you are relaxing muscles when you sit and slouch; however, bad posture makes your muscles work harder. If you have chronic back pain, it may not be easy to automatically revert your sitting and standing posture. However, with the advancements in scientific research, a new unique device, called The Turtle, has been developed to make good posture effortless. The Turtle...more
Chronic alcohol abuse symptoms can show early signs of real potential health problems such as loss of muscle tissue, loss of memory, and loss of testosterone, just to name a few.Alcohol also affects every cell within your body, and if this condition...more
Understand that chronic hives can be caused by many things. The itchy, swollen areas of skin are often referred to as wheals. Acute cases of hives that last for less than six weeks are usually caused by an allergen such as a food or certain...more
Misconceptions about mental illness have existed for centuries. Accused of everything from moral failings to demonic possession, people with mental illness had been forced to hide their suffering. The Surgeon General of the United States reported in...more
During normal breathing, air passes through the throat on its way to the lungs. The air travels past the soft palate, uvula, tonsils, and tongue. When a person is awake, the muscles in the back of the throat tighten to hold these structures in...more
Now supplements are also known as dietary supplement, food supplement and nutritional supplement in many countries. Consumers should know that supplements are made with the intention of providing nutrients like vitamins, minerals, fiber, fatty acids...more
It is known that Dhea is Dehydroepiandrosterone which is a multi-functional steroid containing the biological effects in animals and mammals. Currently dhea is most abundant steroid in the body which is generally taken together with sulfate ester in...more