The link between pain, inflammation and stress

Recently someone on my Facebook page mentioned they had received blood test results that showed increased levels of inflammation and asked what they should do.

Here’s what I know: pain can be linked to inflammation but I cannot diagnose the cause over the Internet.

In the simplest of terms, white blood cells create proteins and other compounds that . . . → Read More: The link between pain, inflammation and stress

Treating the Whole Person

I don’t sell supplements—but sometimes I do recommend them because I know that they can prevent and even cure chronic diseases and reduce stress.  When I work with a patient I treat the whole person—from what you eat and drink to how you walk and sleep. What you eat and the supplements you take can affect . . . → Read More: Treating the Whole Person

Get Up and Dance!

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again—keep moving!  One of the best ways to reduce inflammation and keep your body lean and strong is to move and I promote doing what you love.

I’ve already told you I swim—but did you know I dance too?  Once a week I take an adult beginning ballet class . . . → Read More: Get Up and Dance!

Dive On In! and Reduce Inflammation

As I’ve said before exercise is a great way to reduce inflammation and ultimately improve your overall health.  A great way to exercise is to swim.  Any movement in water is generally very safe, whether it’s swimming laps, water aerobics or simply walking in the water.

Exercising in the water offers several benefits:

Water buoyancy helps to . . . → Read More: Dive On In! and Reduce Inflammation