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McInflammation: Are You Really “Loving It”?

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in May 6th, 2008  
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Posted in: Pain Management, Sjogrens, Inflammation, Arthritis, PMS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Autoimmune Diseases, Skin Rashes, Eczema, Multiple Sclerosis, Attention Deficit Disorder, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Headaches, American Sickcare System, Fatigue, Diet Tips, Depression, Diabetes, Weight Loss, Constipation, Migraines, Digestion, Fast Food, Cancer, Kitchen Sink     

Recently a friend reported over dinner that his inflammatory problem (and let’s just say almost all medical problems are caused by inflammation) was not much better.
He said he was diligently taking everything I had recommended, and had only noted minor improvement.
Although natural remedies take time, I was curious how the dietary recommendations were going….you know, […]

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Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, Oh My!! Natural Alternatives for Arthritis

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in April 23rd, 2008  
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Posted in: Arthritis, Kitchen Sink     

I think the most common question I seem to get is “What can I do naturally for arthritis” followed by “What is better glucosamine, chondroitin, or MSM?”
Those are great questions and first before I begin would like to just start a brief tirade about the use of NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) otherwise known as the […]

Popularity: 26% [?]

Fish Oil vs Flax Oil? The Great Debate

Posted by Dr. Nicole Sundene in April 14th, 2008  
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Posted in: Pain Management, Inflammation, Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Autoimmune Diseases, Multiple Sclerosis, Attention Deficit Disorder, Memory, Mercury, Depression, High Blood Pressure, Omega-3 Fats, Heart Disease, Immune Support, Cholesterol, Kitchen Sink     

One of the greatest flaws in the Standard American Diet (SAD) is a lack of omega-3 fatty acids.
Repleting this deficiency typically improves memory and mental functioning as well as corrects a gamut of other annoying health problems.
The reason for this is that these essential oils are necessary for proper brain functioning, immune function, hormonal balance […]

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Who Should be on the Anti-Inflammatory Diet? Well Just About Everyone!

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in February 29th, 2008  
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Posted in: Lupus, Inflammation, Pain Management, Sjogrens, Anti-inflammatory, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Injury Care, Arthritis, Heart Disease, Antioxidants, Cholesterol, Cancer, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, High Blood Pressure     

Anyone with arthritis, chronic pain, chronic disease, cancer, cardiovascular disease such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure, autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, or sjogrens, as well as those looking to slow the aging process and disease prevention will benefit from an anti-inflammatory eating plan. Eating healthy is the gift that keeps on […]

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Castor Oil Pack

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in February 22nd, 2008  
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Posted in: Injury Care, Castor Oil Pack, Arthritis, Fibroids, Diarrhea, Gall Bladder Disease, Kitchen Sink     

Castor oil packs aid in elimination and detoxification processes in the body, through some mechanism that is likely related to its anodyne and anti-inflammatory properties such as cytokine modulation.
INDICATIONS
Uterine fibroids, non-malignant ovarian cysts, headaches, liver disorders, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, intestinal disorders, gallbladder inflammation or stones, night time urinary frequency and inflamed joints
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Castor oil packs […]

Popularity: 9% [?]

Natural Treatments for Arthritis

Posted by Kitchen Table Medicine in February 5th, 2008  
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The most common form of arthritis is osteoarthritis. The term ‘osteoarthritis’ refers to local or general degeneration of the articular cartilage and the formation of bone “lips” and “spurs” at the margin of joints. Affected joints typically have symptoms of unilateral or bilateral stiffness, pain and reduced range of motion that worsen over time. Joints […]

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