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Many are hesitant about acupuncture because they are scared of the needles or they aren’t sure the health benefits are real. Not only does the research show that acupuncture makes positive changes to how the body functions, but many people with chronic conditions rely on regular acupuncture sessions for relief, including fibromyalgia.Read more

Scoliosis is the curvature of the spine and the cause is often unknown. The spinal curve usually takes the shape of a “C” or “S” and can cause the person to stand and walk off-balance and have uneven shoulders and hips. Mild scoliosis might only need checkups to see if the curve is getting worse and for pain management. From a Western medical perspective, more serious cases of scoliosis might need to wear a brace long-term or have surgery.Read more

If you have ever dealt with PMS, you know it makes your unpleasant time-of-the-month a whole lot worse. Whether you bloat and cramp or have mood swings and crave every type of food, there are some natural remedies to help make those days a little less miserable. Below are some of the best natural remedies for relieving common PMS symptoms.

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A muscle strain can be a simple overstretched muscle or tendon, or the result of a partial or complete muscle tear. Strains are often caused by overstretching, twisting, pulling, and overusing muscles. Symptoms include limited motion, muscle spasms, muscle weakness, swelling, cramping, or inflammation, and usually some loss of muscle function.

Plantar fasciitis is a very common foot condition that causes inflammation and pain in the plantar fascia, the fibrous tissue that runs along the bottom of your foot connecting your heel bone to your toes. If left untreated, plantar fasciitis can become a chronic condition and put strain on other parts of your body.

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About 83% of active adults, ages 25 to 65, will suffer from plantar fasciitis. While it is most common in runners, those who are overweight or frequently wear unsupportive shoes also have an increased risk of plantar fasciitis.

Being able to think clearly and carry on with day-to-day life can quickly be destroyed with a strong headache. Many people have occasional headaches, but frequent headaches that affect your ability to sleep or take care of simple tasks can be very frustrating.

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When you breath in airborne agents like pollen, grass, mold, cedar, or ragweed, your immune system mistakes them as a danger and releases antibodies that attack the allergens. Your immune system also releases a chemical called histamine into the nose, eyes, and lungs to attack and remove the allergens from your body. This causes inflammation, congestion, and itchy, watery eyes.

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Just like that, Spring is here and ready to bring warmth, growth, and unwelcome allergies. Some of us will have little to no allergy symptoms while others are already anticipating the dreadful watery, itchy eyes, runny nose, sneezing and coughing.

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There are many ways to naturally alleviate low back pain, all of which will help reduce medication intake and reliance. We recommend trying the following 7 natural remedies to get rid of low back pain:

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