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We all know that when it comes to flu or cold season that it can be very daunting especially we lack the ammunition in our medicine cabinets that can get us feeling like ourselves again. And if you have a chronic condition then it makes it much more difficult for your body to regain its strength once the influenza virus has invaded the immune system. Common colds are usually viral infections that affect the upper respiratory tract. Viral infections usually cause some of these common symptoms: Runny nose Sore throat Cough Sneezing Congestion of the nose and sinus cavity or chest Fever The flu usually occurs without you being aware of it. When it occurs it is usually out of…

Fibromyalgia is a very difficult condition to diagnose and to pinpoint exactly what is the root cause of the symptoms, especially when the individual has more than one symptom or chronic condition. If you suffer from fibromyalgia you’re more likely to also suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome or another autoimmune condition. The main issue is that the root of the cause is never really identified and most sufferers tend to be women who are constantly turned away at doctor’s offices with their questions unanswered. One of the most common symptoms of this condition is generalized pain throughout the body. Pain can be an ache, throbbing pain, stabbing pain or burning sensation that is felt throughout the entire body, especially in…

There are countless ways to go down the rabbit hole, spiraling all the way down and never recovering. In alternative medicine, this is actually related to physical, emotional and mental health and well-being. This type of spiral can affect who we are on a physical level, and is why diseases develop when we suffer grief or some other painful situation or trauma. I went into alternative medicine because it focuses on the emotional and mental aspects of who we really are. Your emotional health is important for overall wellness. I can relate to this from my own experiences during my medical rotations as a student. After I graduated, I realized how important the emotional aspect was from a general health…

Be Proactive with Your Health When you’ve decided once and for all that you can beat this, you become proactive. Taking responsibility for your health is the most valuable step to improving your health concerns. The best way to take bold action is to dive deep into your soul and think about what makes you feel happy and alive. Does a simple yoga or Pilates routine bring fire to your life? Or what about getting outside and feeling the sun on your skin – does this not feel great? Taking control of your health is not only being proactive with it – it’s doing your homework when it comes to seeking out the right type of health care that is…

What Exactly Causes Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has been a problem for many women, and for a long time. In fact, women suffer for it far more than men do. The harmful side effects are often seen by many doctors, practitioners and other health professionals all over the world. This condition touches the lives of millions of women that can’t seem to get the proper health care to treat their symptoms. There is a small (but growing) percentage of the population that often goes into depression, riddled with anxiety and unsure of how their lives will unfold daily as a result of this condition. There is, unfortunately, no known cause for the syndrome as yet. Many health professionals…