We all deal with pain, in one form or another, throughout our lives. Joint aches, headaches, stomach aches — at times, it can feel as though pain comes from everywhere and nowhere at once. In this, the final part of our mini-series Pain and Pain Treatments,...
We all deal with pain, in one form or another, throughout our lives. Joint aches, headaches, stomach aches — at times, it can feel as though pain comes from everywhere and nowhere at once. In Part Two of Three our mini-series Pain and Pain Treatments, we'll...
We all deal with pain, in one form or another, throughout our lives. Joint aches, headaches, stomach aches — at times, it can feel as though pain comes from everywhere and nowhere at once. In Part One of Three our mini-series Pain and Pain Treatments, we...
Headaches are a common condition that many people deal with on a daily basis. Ranging from uncomfortable to downright unbearable, they can disrupt your day-to-day life. Several types of headaches exist, with tension headaches being the most common. Cluster headaches are painful...
Just because a doctor prescribes a pill doesn't mean that it's safe for everyone. As the number of issued prescriptions rises, so do the rates of people misusing prescription drugs. Some people become addicted to illicit recreational drugs, such as cocaine or heroin. However, it's also possible...
Meditation is a habitual process of training your mind to focus and redirect your thoughts. And as more people discover the benefits of meditation, so does its popularity rise. You can use meditation to increase awareness of yourself and your surroundings. Many people think of it...
Most of us know we're supposed to get an average of eight hours of sleep per night. If we're dealing with a chronic illness, we may even require more sleep to feel functional and rested the next morning. When we sleep, our body has a chance...
Ginger is among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet. It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain—here are 9 of them! 1 Ginger can treat many forms of nausea, especially morning sickness Ginger appears to be...
In Part 1 of 2 on our in-depth look at psoraisis, we'll tackle the basics: what it is, what causes it, how psoraisis is diagnosed, and more. In Part 2, we'll talk about treatment options. What is psoriasis? Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes the...
Menopause can be a difficult subject to discuss for some, and that's partially due to its misunderstood nature. And that makes menopause even more important to learn about, regardless of one's gender. In Part 2 of our series Understanding Menopause, we're going to dive into a...
Menopause can be a difficult subject to discuss for some, and that's partially due to its misunderstood nature. And that makes menopause even more important to learn about, regardless of one's gender. In Part 1 of our series Understanding Menopause, we'll focus on the basics: what...
Migraines aren't typical headaches. If you experience them, you know you may experience pounding pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. When a migraine strikes, you'll do almost anything to make it go away. Natural remedies are a drug-free way to reduce migraine symptoms. These...
Everyone experiences occasional aches and pains. In fact, sudden pain is an important reaction of the nervous system that helps alert you to possible injury. When an injury occurs, pain signals travel from the injured area up your spinal cord and to your brain. Pain will...
You have not participated in the Proactive Health Management Plan last month! In order to receive PHMP Benefit Credit, call a PHMP Health Coach at 855-498-4643 or log into the PHMP Member Portal. If you ask about the symptoms of a heart attack, most people think...