A bursa is fluid-filled sac that acts as a cushion; and lies between a tendon (or muscle) and bone, which allows for virtually “frictionless” movement between these structures. When a bursa gets inflamed, it can lose it’s ability to create a smooth gliding surface and become irritated. The result will be pain (sharp or dull) [...]
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Bursitis
Posted in common conditions, remedies, tagged fish oil, inflammation, pain, remedies, supplements on November 12, 2009 | 2 Comments »
3 tips to consider when taking essential fatty acid supplements
Posted in remedies, tagged antioxidants, fish oil, supplements on November 5, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Over the years there has been a lot of hype about the health benefits of taking omega-3 fatty acids (particularly flax seed and fish oil). And rightfully so, as they are essential and can be difficult to get in adequate amounts from diet alone. Additionally, they can often directly address certain health conditions. That said, [...]
Omega-3 fatty acids: flaxseed oil or fish oil?
Posted in food, remedies, tagged cholesterol, fish oil, heart disease, supplements on November 4, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Essential fatty acids, or omega-3′s and omega 6′s as they are also known, are necessary for a number of different functions in the body. They are labeled “essential” because the body cannot synthesize them from other substances, and therefore must be obtained from the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in large quantities in fish oil, [...]
Natural remedies for inflammation
Posted in common conditions, food, remedies, tagged anti-aging, antioxidants, fish oil, heart disease, inflammation, pain, remedies, supplements, vitamins on September 7, 2009 | 4 Comments »
The word inflammation comes from the Latin word inflamatio, which translates into: “to set on fire”. It is a term that describes the biological response to an injury or protection from a microbe. Essentially, this “injury” can only come from about 5 things: 1) physical trauma (e.g.: ankle sprain, etc.); 2) allergic reactions; 3) infections; [...]
Dr. Rob’s Top 5 Supplements for Overall Health
Posted in remedies, tagged anti-aging, antioxidants, fish oil, minerals, probiotics, remedies, supplements, vitamin D, vitamins on July 28, 2009 | 4 Comments »
If you are a patient of mine, you know that I don’t “shotgun” any supplements. That is, I don’t ever just give out supplements because they’re “good for you” or because the “the book” or “experts” say they are the best for a particular condition. You know that I am extremely specific to my patient’s [...]
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