Tips to Treat Winter Insomnia
Behaviour modification is the first step in treating winter insomnia. Breaking habits that may contribute to the problem is the best way to go. Here are some Tips to Treat Winter Insomnia: Do not eat a large meal before bedtime. Get plenty of exercise. Regular activity improves quality of sleep. Keep your bedtime and wake timeRead…
Is Winter Worse on your joints?
Those who suffer from arthritis, whether inflammatory or not, have probably noticed their joints getting crankier as the weather turns colder. But why are arthritis symptoms worse during the winter? “Our joints operate best in temperate weather,” says Dr. Mariko L. Ishimori, Interim Director at the Cedars-Sinai Division of Rheumatology. “When the weather gets cooler, the synovial fluid thatRead…
Arthritis, what is it?
Arthritis is a common condition that causes pain and inflammation in a joint. In the UK, more than 10 million people have it or other, similar conditions that affect the joints. Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid-arthritis are the 2 most common types of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is the most common type in the UK, affecting nearly 9 millionRead…
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis in the UK, affecting nearly 9 million people. It most often develops in people in their mid-40s or older. It’s also more common in women and people with a family history of the condition. But it can occur at any age as a result of an injuryRead…
Rheumatoid arthritis
In the UK, rheumatoid arthritis affects more than 400,000 people. It often starts when a person is between 40 and 50 years old. Women are 3 times more likely to be affected than men. In rheumatoid arthritis, the body’s immune system targets affected joints, which leads to pain and swelling. The outer covering (synovium) ofRead…
Symptoms of arthritis?
There are lots of different types of arthritis. The symptoms you experience will vary depending on the type you have. This is why it’s important to have an accurate diagnosis if you have: Joint pain, tenderness and stiffness Inflammation in and around the joints Restricted movement of the joints Warm red skin over the affectedRead…
What are some typical symptoms of pain conditions?
Symptoms vary on the specific type of pain condition, a person may suffer from: Reduction in quality of life Low mood Sleep disruption, fatigue and insomnia Loss of appetite Stress and anxiety Tremors or spasticity These symptoms can come and go in periods known as relapses and flare-ups. Flare-ups are when symptoms are particularly severe,Read…
Treatments for arthritis
There’s no cure for arthritis, but there are many treatments that can help slow it down. Osteoarthritis treatments include lifestyle changes, medicines and surgery. Treatment for rheumatoid arthritis aims to slow the condition’s progress and minimise joint inflammation. This helps prevent joint damage. Treatments include medication, physiotherapy and surgery.
What is Peripheral neuropathy?
Peripheral neuropathy develops when nerves in the body’s extremities, such as the hands, feet and arms, are damaged. The symptoms depend on which nerves are affected. In the UK it’s estimated almost 1 in 10 people aged 55 or over are affected by peripheral neuropathy. The main symptoms of peripheral neuropathy can include: Numbness andRead…
Causes of peripheral neuropathy
In the UK diabetes (both type 1 and type 2) is the most common cause of peripheral neuropathy. Over time, the high blood sugar levels associated with diabetes can damage the nerves. This type of nerve damage is known as diabetic polyneuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy can also have a wide range of other causes. For example,Read…
Treating peripheral neuropathy
Treatment for peripheral neuropathy depends on the symptoms and underlying cause Not all of the underlying causes of neuropathy can be treated. For example, if you have diabetes, it may help to gain better control of your blood sugar level, stop smoking and cut down on alcohol. Nerve pain may be treated with prescribed medicinesRead…
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Denise Marie is an International Music Booking Agent operating between L.A and London. Her role comes with it’s Glitz & Glamour and Denise Marie has proven to be an absolute professional at what she does achieving great success. However she had been having issues with difficulty sleeping, in her own words: In the last 3Read…
Tea: How do you like yours?
Tea can be part of your everyday life, Mor shows us how she likes hers with some GTB2. How do you like your tea?
Peripheral Neuropathy
According to the NHS (national health service) Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can cause pain, numbness or weakness. The common symptoms of peripheral neuropathy include: pain numbness tingling weakness in your hands, arms or feet The main symptoms of peripheral neuropathy can include: numbness and tingling in the feet or hands-burningRead…
Tyler Briannah: You guys know I’m all about natural healing!
Tyler Briannah partnered with us for a giveaway! An accomplished herbalist, focused on holistic health talks about her experience using GTB 2 but also gives an follower of her 40K followers the chance to win a bottle of GTB 2. In Tyler Briannah‘s own words: You guys know I’m all about natural healing! Which isRead…