[WARNING] Shocking Pain Med Lie Uncovered
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted March 15, 2021
Dear Living Well Daily Reader,
I’ll never forget my patient Jim.
He shuffled into my office one day and slowly lowered himself into a chair with a groan.
He told me the story of his 20-year journey that started with a “simple” back injury and grew to a full-blown addiction to opioid medications.
Jim missed playing with his grandkids, birthdays, working on his classic cars, and going bowling. In fact, going to the doctor was the only reason he left his house for six years.
The pain had become too much. He was looking for an answer.
I had it… but I knew it would be hard to hear.
Today I’m going to tell you the truth behind the shocking mainstream pain med lie I revealed to him that day.
Because just like Jim, you deserve to hear the truth.
If you’re currently taking opioids like oxycodone, codeine, and hydrocodone, there’s something you need to know.
These prescription meds that are supposed to RELIEVE your pain could in fact be causing it.
You see, pain drugs affect the body’s nervous system and make it more sensitive to pain over time.
In one study, researchers discovered that some chronic pain patients on opioids develop pain sensitivity in just one month.
And suddenly they’ve become addicted.
But the worst part is many people don’t realize opioids can kill you. Many folks have accidentally overdosed because they need more and more medicine each day to deal with their pain.
And at the very least, you could be dealing with potential side effects like depression, anxiety, and constipation.
The fact is, you may need pain pills at some time in your life, whether you have surgery or become injured.
If you do, make sure you speak frankly with your doctor about what you need to do to get off of these meds as quickly as possible during your recovery.
Another way to fight back against chronic pain is to make sure you’re taking enough fish oil, turmeric, and other natural anti-inflammatories to help ease your pain and inflammation without all the bad side-effects.
P.S. Routine is the key to getting ahead of chronic pain. Here’s one easy, free trick to add to your regimen to help you send pain packing! Read all about it right here.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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