MAILBAG! Stop Sinus Headaches NATURALLY
“I am constantly getting sinus headaches. Tylenol doesn’t seem to help much. Do I have any other options?” –Alice Hi Alice, The fact that you can buy Tylenol over the counter has given this drug a safety halo. So, I want to start by cautioning against taking too much of this med. Swallowing a daily...
REAL Drug-Free Back Pain Relief
Recently, I’ve had several exasperated people ask me, “Is back pain something I just have to live with?” I battled chronic back pain for years, so I completely understand why some folks feel so hopeless about finding relief. In fact, I used to think I was doomed to a life of pain and limitations, too....
Exercise Leaving You in Pain? Try THIS Natural Fix
One of the biggest barriers to building a regular exercise routine is that many folks feel fantastic right after a session, but then they pay for it the following day. Those post-exercise aches and pains alone are enough to prevent most people from even thinking about working out again. But what if I told you...
Persistent Nerve Pain Relief [NATURAL!]
For all my Irish readers, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope you’re able to enjoy a fun celebration today. But, if you’re one of the many folks dealing with burning, shooting, or tingling neuropathic pain that never goes away, celebrating is likely the LAST thing on your mind. Neuropathic pain happens when something goes wrong...
Mailbag: Knee Pain Solution STOPS the “OUCH!”
“My joints, especially my knees, have been hurting more. What can I do? It’s keeping me from moving a lot.” – Barbara Hi Barbara, It may seem counterintuitive, but carefully chosen exercise could be precisely “what the doctor ordered” to soothe chronic knee pain. Studies show the right activities can EASE the ache, allowing you...
Move More to Hurt Less? Here’s The TRUTH
It’s only natural to avoid moving when you’re in pain. We’ve all been there, gritting our teeth and doing our best to remain still. After all, the last thing you want to do is make the pain WORSE. But this is one time when following your instincts could be a BIG mistake. It could take...
WEIRD Ear Trick EASES Pain (No Pills!)
There’s a weird painkiller out there that you’ve got to hear to believe. It’s a method for using your EARS to ease your pain. But here’s the thing. You’ve ALREADY heard it before. The trouble is you had no clue that any pain-fighting properties could be attached. Or that those benefits can be SO powerful...
“Go Green” to SLASH Everyday Aches and Pains
If you battle an occasional ache or pain, you’re in good company. Estimates are that at least 20 percent of adults suffer from discomfort like lower back pain from time to time. And I’m willing to bet that estimate is low… especially for older folks. Your choices for relief are often limited to some risky...
Mailbag: Beat Back Pain WITHOUT Risky Drugs
“I’m always taking ibuprofen for lower back pain. Is there something else for relief?” – Sandra Hi Sandra, Ibuprofen is relatively safe for short periods (a week or so), but then some serious side effects can kick in. Because despite being an over-the-counter medication, it can irritate the stomach, harm the kidneys, raise your risk...
Mailbag: The TRUTH About Massage and Acupuncture
“What’s your take on massages? Acupuncture? Are they worth the hype? I can’t imagine they’d do that much for your health.” – Pete As with many things, massage and acupuncture ARE effective when used for the right conditions. Massage therapy has many proven health benefits, including… lowering stress, relieving muscle pain and tension, improving circulation,...