Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine (ca. 460 BC – ca. 370 BC)1, is quoted as saying, “Everyone has a doctor in him or her; we just have to help it in its work. The natural healing force within each one of us is the greatest force in getting well. Our food should be our…
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Reduce Pain and Inflammation With Cherry Juice
Today’s post is going to discuss one product that I came across a few months ago. Mary Perry a Registered Dietitian in Alexandria, VA had told me about a cherry juice made by a company called Cherry Pharm. Cherry Pharm’s cherry juice was study and developed by Cornell University. Cherry Juice is a powerful anti-inflammatory that…
Should You Use Ice or Heat For Back Pain
One of the most common questions I hear from patients is, “When should I use ice and when should I use heat?” Ice reduces inflammation and swelling. It is used for acute pain and injuries. If you hit your thumb with a hammer, it swells up; that is inflammation. You need to put ice on…