Osteoporosis affects bone health. If you have the condition, you are at high risk of fractures, even while doing normal activities like walking or standing. Osteoporosis also causes painful symptoms, which you can relieve naturally with treatments like acupressure or by taking supplements. (h/t to SteadyHealth.com) Vitamin D for muscle spasms and bone pain Keep your … Continue reading Relieve osteoporosis pain with these natural remedies
14 Natural treatments for rheumatoid arthritis
Don’t let rheumatoid arthritis get you down. There are many natural ways to manage the pain of inflamed joints without resorting to pharmaceutical drugs. Products Start by applying a hot pad or an ice pack to the swollen joint. An ice pack decreases inflammation and swelling during an attack, while a heating pad relaxes muscles and helps blood flow. Magnet … Continue reading 14 Natural treatments for rheumatoid arthritis
Fight Parkinson’s with these 6 alternative treatments
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movements. Treatment for this condition focuses on managing its symptoms. Here are six alternative treatments that might help people with Parkinson’s disease. Acupuncture: A traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture enhances the appetite, promotes relaxation, boosts energy levels, promotes better sleep, and combats stress – all of which are beneficial to everyone, especially … Continue reading Fight Parkinson’s with these 6 alternative treatments
Natural remedies for acid reflux
Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) is a condition that describes the unintentional and uncontrollable regurgitation of the stomach contents back into the esophagus. Otherwise known as acid reflux, GERD is a common gastoentorological disease affecting millions of Americans daily. The American College of Gastroenterology has estimated that roughly 15 million of us experience GERD every day. Western medicine views GERD as … Continue reading Natural remedies for acid reflux
Tai chi benefits people with chronic health problems like Parkinsons, arthritis and fibromyalgia
Recent studies conducted by Fushong Li of the Oregon Research Institute in Eugene, Oregon have determined that the ancient Chinese practice of tai chi can a positive impact on those afflicted with Parkinson's disease (PD). Parkinson's disease is a degenerative neurological condition that usually afflicts people from age 50 and up. But younger cases do occur, the … Continue reading Tai chi benefits people with chronic health problems like Parkinsons, arthritis and fibromyalgia
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 