The Secret Weapon That Makes Pineapple So Amazing
A few years ago, a popular science website (with a rather raunchy name) posted an article on their Facebook page that went viral with millions of views, 6500 shares, and over 5000 colorful comments. You’d think that it might be an article about cats or cute little kids or something like that with viral potential. […]
65 Roses
Most everyone over 40 can attest… aging gracefully just ain’t that easy. We long to have the energy and vitality that comes with youth, and we struggle to accept that it doesn’t last forever. As we age, our bodies remember the traumas, the stresses, the infections, and the strains and sprains. We call it “wear […]
Meat Tenderizer: A Secret Weapon in the Spice Rack
Every day at my office, I see patients who tell me that their muscles are sore, tight, or stiff. Musculoskeletal pain is one of the most common complaints in my office and in virtually every medical office, as well. These muscular problems can arise in virtually anyone, but they are certainly more common in people […]
Meat Tenderizer and Your Muscles
Musculoskeletal pain, aka joint pain, can occur in any part of the body. There are four main things that lead to joint pain. These include connective tissue damage, inflammation, muscle tension and fibrosis. Fibrosis occurs when an area has been tight for a long time and the tissue becomes very tough and gristly (like tough […]
Should You Choose Bromelain Over Ibuprofen?
Who would have thought a little enzyme found in a tropical fruit could have superpowers? All the same, it is true. Bromelain, found in pineapples, has amazing anti-inflammatory powers. So much so that it rivals the benefits to be found in Ibuprofen, without the side effects. Bromelain has been used medicinally in a variety of […]
