When it comes to managing headaches, you have other options than just popping pain pills. But first, it’s important to figure out what type of headache you’re suffering from. With over 150 headache possibilities (yes, we said 150!), we break down a few of the most common below to help you better understand their causes. … Continue Reading →
Did you know that you have a second nervous system in your gut? Called the enteric nervous system, this network of nerves extends from your esophagus all the way down through your stomach and intestines. It’s so important, it’s often referred to as a second brain. While many people only associate the spine with your … Continue Reading →
Sure, you might call work related emails in the middle of the night a “pain in your neck.” But for some people, they cause a literal pain in the neck. Enter: Tech neck. Tech neck, sometimes called text neck, is a new-age problem that involves poor posture when using technology, typically phones, tablets and computers. … Continue Reading →
Exercise is an important part of a healthy life. But can something so good for you be painful? For some people, yes. But don’t worry—it’s entirely normal to be sore after a new workout. Delayed onset muscle soreness, also known as DOMS, can happen after a workout and cause sore muscles that may reduce your … Continue Reading →
Core Exercises to Strengthen Your Back Did you know that a weak core is often a cause of back pain and problems? Your abdominal muscles are actually the front anchor of your spine, and when they’re weak, the muscles in your back have to work extra hard to provide the support it needs to function … Continue Reading →
It’s no secret that proper blood flow is essential to the overall health and function of our body. But how can it be improved? One of the best (and most natural ways) to do so is through nutrition. If you feel like your circulation could use a boost, consider adding these healthy foods to your … Continue Reading →
Do you ever take that first step in the morning only to be met with excruciating heel pain? Or maybe it sets in after a long day of working on your feet. Whatever the trigger is for you, the likely culprit is something called plantar fasciitis, which is a condition that results in an inflamed … Continue Reading →
While sleeping on a cloud sounds idyllic, waking up with a cloudy feeling in your head just doesn’t sound as pleasant. Every day, people battle brain fog—a funny feeling in the head that can be different for everyone, with common symptoms being pressure, slow thinking, confusion, forgetfulness, fatigue or headaches. If you’re one of the … Continue Reading →
Are you one of the millions of people across the globe who dread going to bed each night knowing you’re in for a sleepless slumber full of tossing and turning? If that sounds familiar, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone—and more so—we’re here to help. Here are a few different culprits of poor … Continue Reading →
Do you ever wake up with a dull ache in your back, hips or legs? Or, maybe a pain that seems to radiate throughout your entire lower body without rhyme or reason? It’s possible that sciatica is to blame, and the best way to get rid of sciatic pain is to understand its root cause. … Continue Reading →